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Download full textWoolman, David C. – 1996
On the occasion of the 50th anniversary of the founding of the United Nations (UN), this paper examines the contributions of the UN to the area of South Asia. The paper focuses on regional conditions in South Asia that affect the achievement or denial of basic needs essential for peacebuilding. These needs include equal opportunity, education,…
Descriptors: Asian History, Asian Studies, Comparative Education, Educational Change
Sapp, Gary L.; Skelton, Sarah C. – 1987
Do social studies textbooks used in U.S. schools provide an unbiased view of other cultures? This research study analyzes five social studies textbook series and 26 children's literature books used as supplementary materials for teaching about Oriental cultures. The instrument used was the Evaluation Coefficient Analysis (ECA) with the focus on…
Descriptors: Asian History, Cultural Awareness, Cultural Influences, Educational Research
Petry, John R. – 1986
The homogeneity of the Japanese people is a major component in their educational achievements. The success of the educational system is linked to various factors, such as the state of the national health, the excellence of the transportation system, a common language, and other cultural attitudes and values. Parents are considered responsible for…
Descriptors: Asian History, Cross Cultural Studies, Cultural Awareness, Curriculum Design
