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Education plays a crucial role in Europe’s future. Yet it seems that the educational systems throughout Europe do not relate well to the overall labour market. This article will look at the educational systems in Europe and present best practices, while examining recent policies in the area of education.
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The Times ranking of universities lists 32 universities in Europe among the world’s 100 best in 2012–13. Among the best 150, Europe provides an astonishing 62 and has 84 universities ranking among the best 200 universities worldwide.
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Majewski, E. Higher education reform: matching education to labour market needs. European View 12, 179–188 (2013). https://doi.org/10.1007/s12290-013-0271-5
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