"A volume which could provide the basis for re-animation of critical thinking about the politics of educational practice."
—Nikolas Rose, Goldsmiths College, University of London

"One of a kind, the most accessible set of Foucault-inspired and Foucault-utilized studies in education to date. . . . All readers will share an unbridled enthusiasm."
—Lynda Stone, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill

"Overall, it demonstrates why it is important to take Foucault’s concepts and methods seriously. Anyone concerned with policy and pedagogy in education should read it."
—Geoff Whitty, Institute of Education, University of London

"Refreshingly smart and diverse set of essays.... Required reading for all critical theorists of education."
—Johan Muller,University of Cape Town

In this groundbreaking volume, the editors have brought together prominent international contributors to examine the relevance of Foucauldian thought on educational theory, practice, and institutional life. The result is a diverse and intellectually compelling collection that offers broad and engaging analyses of how power and knowledge are configured in the practices and norms of schooling. This exciting new text not only provides a critical examination of the significance of Foucauldian thought for education, but also discusses how Foucault’s theories are arrayed in the everyday life of schools.

Contributors: Bernadette Baker • David Blacker • Marie Brennan • Lynn Fendler • Jennifer Gore • Bill Green • Sakari Heikkinen • Kenneth Hultqvist • Ingólfur Ásgeir Jóhannesson • Mimi Orner • Thomas Popkewitz • David Shaafsma • David Shutkin • Jussi Silvonen • Hannu Simola • Judith Rabak Wagener • Lew Zipin