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Merkuriev, Stanislav – Prospects, 1991
Describes the changes in Soviet/Russian higher education since 1986. Reviews the development of higher education since 1918 and the bureaucratic structures that stifled progress and focused on vocational preparation. Argues that decentralization of authority will lead to improved general education essential for a free society. (CFR)
Descriptors: Citizen Role, Comparative Education, Educational Administration, Educational Change

Anweiler, Oskar – Oxford Studies in Comparative Education, 1992
Reviews developments in the educational systems of the former Soviet Union and Eastern Europe since the end of the Cold War. Contends that nationalism and religion have had an important impact on education. Asserts that former beliefs and structures of the old system will continue to influence education for many years. (CFR)
Descriptors: Comparative Education, Cultural Pluralism, Educational Change, Educational Environment

Mitter, Wolfgang – Oxford Studies in Comparative Education, 1992
Reviews the educational system and developments in Eastern Europe and the former Soviet Union since World War II. Contends that reforms that brought intellectual freedom and pluralistic thinking have led to demands for autonomy from government control. Concludes that education is still linked to socio-economic, cultural, and political struggles…
Descriptors: Area Studies, Comparative Analysis, Comparative Education, Cross Cultural Studies