I want to thank the contributing authors for taking time out of their busy schedules to produce these wonderful chapters. Their splendid contributions in this book go a long way in challenging the status quo. I am in awe of their wisdom and generosity. I would also like to acknowledge Wendy’s unstinting support, which has, as ever, been made manifest in so many ways.
I also want to thank the many thousands of dedicated educators worldwide who will, ultimately, be responsible for delivering the dreams outlined in this book.
Thanks must also go to John Bennet from the Publisher for his help, support and guidance in completing this book. I want also to thank the enormous support given to me by Brill Publishers in general, and particularly that of Christine Hededam and Vignesh Vivekanandan, who have guided me through the process.
Finally, I must thank Marc de Vries for his helpful discussions with me regarding this collection and for his support and guidance over the years on many matters related to my research.