In this paper we propose an historical sketch of the evolution of the philosophy behind the European policies regarding education and training systems. We stress the latest evolutions as the knowledge-based economy perspective and the neo-schumpeterian perspective. We address some critical...

Dans cet article, nous présentons l’impact de la crise économique et financière sur l’enseignement supérieur dans divers pays européens. Si certains ont fait le choix de coupes massives dans ce secteur (Angleterre ,Etats Baltes…), d’autres (France, Allemagne) ont préféré le «...

We present in this paper the main characteristics and motivations for reforming higher education systems, first in England (a successful process from the point of view of the policy-makers) since the early 80s and then at the European level since the mid-90s. We stress the shift from a...