This book is an exposition of how political cultural historical and economic structures and
processes shape the nature and character of curriculum landscapes globally. By developing
theoretical connections and providing contextual background Kumar explores how colonialism and
imperialism State-led ideological control and the wave of neoliberalism and capitalism
insidiously impact the process of curriculum development in different parts of the world. Kumar
also underscores how intellectual movements such as Marxism and postmodernism have shaped
curriculum theory in varied political and economic settings. By emphasizing the connections
between and among diverse cultural and political conceptualizations of curriculum this volume
contributes to the internationalization of curriculum studies discourses.
