Descriptor
Source
Social Studies | 1 |
Author
Bridges, Bob | 1 |
Publication Type
Collected Works - Proceedings | 1 |
Journal Articles | 1 |
Opinion Papers | 1 |
Reports - Descriptive | 1 |
Education Level
Audience
Administrators | 2 |
Practitioners | 2 |
Teachers | 2 |
Researchers | 1 |
Location
Japan | 2 |
United States | 1 |
Laws, Policies, & Programs
Assessments and Surveys
What Works Clearinghouse Rating
1986
The United States-Japan Cooperative Science Program was initiated for the purpose of conducting research and exchanging ideas for the improvement of science education. A seminar was held in Honolulu in 1986 to discuss efforts and future directions of this cooperative program. This paper reviews the outcomes of the seminar in three areas. These…
Descriptors: Cognitive Processes, Developed Nations, Elementary Secondary Education, Foreign Countries

Bridges, Bob – Social Studies, 1993
Describes the teacher education programs of the Close Up Foundation. Discusses a week-long Washington, D.C., program that brings students and teachers in contact with elected and appointed public officials, lobbyists, and media representatives. Outlines a summer institutes program and an exchange program for U.S. and Japanese teachers. (CFR)
Descriptors: Citizenship Education, Civics, Democracy, Democratic Values