Revisit western theories in the professionalization process of teaching occupation in South-Asia

Quddus, S. M. Abdul (2011) Revisit western theories in the professionalization process of teaching occupation in South-Asia. In: Exploring Leadrship and Learning Theories in Asia Conference 2011, 15-17 Feb 2011, Universiti Sains Malaysia. (Unpublished)

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Abstract

This is a theoretical paper based on review of theories on the sociology of professions. This study analyses the contributions of western scholars over the years in the area of professionalization of occupations. The paper argues that main western ‘traditions’ in the sociology of professions have narrowly mapped the conceptions ‘profession’ and ‘professionalization’ of occupations. Our point of departure is that such a narrow conceptualization makes the concepts problematic, especially when used in the context of developing societies in South Asia. This paper draws the conclusion that the concepts of profession and professionalization need to be oriented towards wider socio-economic, political contexts and the ‘global movements’ both in the West and the East.

Item Type:	Conference or Workshop Item (Plenary Papers)
Additional Information:	6391/2445
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Profession, Sociology of professions, Professionalization of teaching, Dakar Framework, Fast Track Initiatives, Education for All.
Subjects:	J Political Science > JQ Political institutions Asia
Kulliyyahs/Centres/Divisions/Institutes (Can select more than one option. Press CONTROL button):	Kulliyyah of Islamic Revealed Knowledge and Human Sciences
Depositing User:	Dr S M Abdul Quddus
Date Deposited:	15 Sep 2011 17:24
Last Modified:	14 Feb 2018 16:11
URI:	http://irep.iium.edu.my/id/eprint/2445

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