Discusses a paradigm shift from technological positivism to social systems thinking in technology. Describes the role of engineers and engineering education from the perspective of this new orientation. (YP)

Described is the student selection procedure for higher education in technical sciences in Finland. Examined are the outlook, problems, and opportunities for development of universities of technology in the 1990s. The inadequate preparation of students in math and science and the lack of women who chose technological studies are discussed. (KR)

This paper discusses using technology education in the elementary school to encourage innovation and adaptation, technological literacy, and creative problem solving. Technology education is seen based on hands-on activities where pupils make things and become familiar with their technological environment. The hands-on activity should evolve like…