This article focuses on the cross-national relevance of theories of college student departure formulated by U.S. scholars. Some aspects of U.S. developed theories of college student departure hold some semblance of cross-national relevance. Economic and sociological perspectives provide such aspects. The weighing of costs and benefits inherent in…

This policy profile on education in Hungary is part of the "Education Policy Outlook" series, which presents comparative analysis of education policies and reforms across the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) countries. Building on the OECD's substantial comparative and sectorial policy knowledge base, the…

Discussed is the change and diversity of scientific information. States goals of future science education: motivation, search, principles, information, orientation, world view, and creativity. Lists the orientational skills of science education. (YP)

Focuses on the labor market and its influences in education in Central and Eastern Europe. States that a considerable effort has been expended to renew education and to adapt it to the needs of the market. Draws conclusions about the countries observed in Eastern and Central Europe. (CMK)

Presents an overview of educational media (1960s-present) in the Hungarian national core curriculum; describes changes in public education resulting from political changes of the 1990s, including international cooperation, environmental education, and communication culture; and discusses media education in the curriculum and media-domain…