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Peer reviewedLambert, Richard D. – American Behavioral Scientist, 1990
Describes area studies as a product of the federal government's decision to provide needed resources beginning with World War II. Defines the elements within area studies as degree of specialization, factual knowledge, in-country experience, and language competency. Notes area studies research is loosely related to public policymaking. (NL)
Descriptors: Area Studies, Faculty Development, Higher Education, Interdisciplinary Approach
