The Scientific and Educational Department of the Jesuit Fathers in Khyriv (Zaklad Naukowo-Wychowawczy OO. Jezuitów w Chyrowie) existed for 53 years (1886-1939). Over 6,000 students studied in this elite male school. The alumni of the secondary school belonged to the elite of Polish society. There were among them people from different walks of…

Shares the authors' impressions about the education of young children with special needs in Poland, Russia, and the former Czechoslovakia. Describes the region's history of early childhood education, emphasis on family, specific preschool experiences, and teacher training. (HTH)

Recounts the international contribution of Polish educator Bogdan Suchodolski in strengthening the exchange of educational ideas. Emphasizes the evolution of his philosophy of cultural education. Describes the Polish humanist's career as a founder of international educational organizations including UNESCO and the worldwide recognition and honors…

Exploring Polish educational historiography during the first quarter of the twentieth century, this article focuses on the professional goals and commitments of historians as factors central to the emergence of its research traditions. The possibilities and limitations of Thomas Kuhn's position for the study of educational history are examined.…

Although its development has not been regular, geography in Poland is now well organized, in both teaching and research, and has a fairly good international reputation. In spite of some resource problems in the development of research, the presence of geography in higher education seems assured. (Author)

A brief overview of the development of Polish education since the Second World War precedes a discussion of preschool education in Poland. The education of very young children is viewed seriously in Poland and has become a socially approved part of the system of education. Discussion focuses on the structure of preschool education, financing, and…

Polish legislation concerning higher education since 1990 has focused on increasing institutional autonomy, but brought with it an unrealistic reliance on market mechanisms for positive change. This has resulted in a non-integrated system and inadequate public policy for science and higher education. It is the institutions themselves that have…

The problem of social exclusion in Poland was examined along with possible strategies for combating social exclusion through vocational education and training (VET). The examination began with an analysis of the special needs of individuals who have reduced opportunities within the labor market and/or are members of national and ethnic minorities.…