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Olson, Robert – Indiana Social Studies Quarterly, 1985
The policies of Syria in the wake of Israel's invasion of Lebanon are examined. Speculations about the future of this volatile area are made. (RM)
Descriptors: Area Studies, Foreign Policy, International Relations, Jews
Peer reviewedCrofts, Marylee – Social Education, 1986
Reviews myths, misconceptions, and unintentional biases about Africa in United States K-12 social studies textbooks. Summarizes common topics and recommends additions. Provides the names, addresses and phone numbers of 10 university-based African Studies centers. Concludes that improvements to textbooks must continue. (JDH)
Descriptors: African Culture, African History, Area Studies, Citizenship Education
Peer reviewedBullard, Betty M. – Social Education, 1986
Surveys the existing treatment of Asia in upper elementary and secondary social studies textbooks. Treats improvements needed in such areas as: (1) global issues important to Asia, (2) content and approach, (3) economics and politics, (4) geography and resources, (5) international relations, and (6) treatment of subregions. Provides a…
Descriptors: Area Studies, Asian History, Asian Studies, Citizenship Education
Pempel, T. J. – 1986
This booklet examines Japan's unparalleled economic achievements and its growing political prominence. Reflecting upon Japan's economic, political, and societal dynamism, the document offers helpful insights into how this nation, nearly devoid of natural resources but blessed with a self-sacrificing, highly skilled, and dedicated work force, has…
Descriptors: Area Studies, Asian Studies, Current Events, Economic Progress
Peer reviewedGreenfield, Gerald Michael – Social Education, 1986
Notes the problematical elements of diversity within Latin America, establishes priorities for the social studies curriculum, and reviews what should be taught about its geography, resources, people, religion, customs, economics, politics, history, and international relationships. Lists Latin American Studies programs and published instructional…
Descriptors: Area Studies, Citizenship Education, Curriculum Development, Elementary Secondary Education
Peer reviewedGriswold, William J. – Social Education, 1986
Reviews the shortcomings of existing textbooks' treatments of the Middle East and suggests a more balanced approach. The areas covered are: geography, resources, people, economics, politics, colonialism, independence movements, international relations, and religions and customs. Identifies instructional resources for teachers and students. (JDH)
Descriptors: Area Studies, Citizenship Education, Curriculum Development, Elementary Secondary Education
Peer reviewedWoolcott, Richard A. – Social Education, 1984
A robust and distinctive society of over 15 million people, Australia today is a nation of increasing influence in the international community. Phases in the evolution of Australia's attitude to the outside world are examined and how the country views its international role is discussed. (RM)
Descriptors: Area Studies, Disarmament, Elementary Secondary Education, Foreign Policy
Brown, Peggy Ann, Ed. – Forum for Liberal Education, 1984
Perspectives on developing international understanding are considered in an essay, and descriptions of the international education at 15 colleges and universities are presented. In the essay, "Two Steps Forward, One Step Back: Slow Progress Toward International Understanding," James A. Perkins discusses barriers to change in…
Descriptors: Area Studies, College Curriculum, Global Approach, Higher Education
Lowenthal, Abraham F. – 1986
One of a series, this booklet on world issues explains why Brazil has become important for the United States. Brazil's rise from a sleeping giant to continental leader is investigated. Brazil's impressive economic growth from the mid-1960s through the 1970s is explored. An analysis of Brazil's economic crisis of the 1980s is also explained.…
Descriptors: Area Studies, Current Events, Developing Nations, Foreign Countries
Inkeles, Alex, Ed.; And Others – 1979
Sixteen essays provide a perspective on the range and depth of current research in sociology. Most of the authors are associated with departments of sociology in U.S. colleges and universities. Several authors are from American research centers and business organizations. The essays are presented in nine broad categories: theory and methods,…
Descriptors: Area Studies, Black Attitudes, Books, Communications
