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Ong, Paul M.; And Others – International Educator, 1991
The heavy migration of highly educated Asians to the United States since the early 1970s is examined, noting advantages and disadvantages to the countries of origin and to the United States as well as the historical, educational, and economic factors causing this migration. It is concluded that, despite considerable loss, developing countries do…
Descriptors: Brain Drain, Economic Development, Educational History, Foreign Students

Schieffer, Kevin J. – International Educator, 1991
The systematic siphoning of talented individuals from developing nations, criticized in the years after World War II, has returned. A shrinking global community and changing patterns of trade and development have made the issues involved much more complex. Social, economic, ethical, and political obligations accompany this expanded international…
Descriptors: Brain Drain, Developing Nations, Economic Development, Ethics
Pedersen, Paul – 1992
This paper examines the "brain drain" phenomenon particularly in the context of Chinese students studying in the United States and the People's Republic of China's attempts to respond. An opening section critiques the "brain drain" notion arguing that it is an inadequate construct for the actual flow of personnel and ideas…
Descriptors: Brain Drain, College Students, Developing Nations, Foreign Countries

Dickson, David – Science, 1988
Reviews the current situation of mathematics in France and its potential situation in the future. Cites the lack of university teaching posts for fueling a new brain drain to the United States. Claims that the situation threatens to erode some of France's most prized intellectual achievements. (CW)
Descriptors: Brain Drain, College Mathematics, Demand Occupations, Educational Policy

Stewart, David W. – Educational Record, 1991
Changes in immigration patterns bring problems and opportunities to higher education. New federal law significantly changes the ethnic and skills mix of the immigrant pool. Issues emerging include potential brain drain; pressure for curriculum change; language as a barrier to access; and the rights of illegal immigrants to higher education. (MSE)
Descriptors: Access to Education, Brain Drain, College Admission, Curriculum Development
Bell, T. H. – 1983
In discussing science/mathematics teacher shortage it is important to consider that: teacher demand will increase as school boards increase high school graduation requirements in science/mathematics, there must be an increase of teachers and also efforts to make teaching more attractive to those leaving the profession for better paying jobs in…
Descriptors: Brain Drain, Computer Literacy, Educational Quality, Elementary Secondary Education