Student promotion, repetition, and dropout rates constitute the basic data needed to forecast future enrollment and new resources. Information on student flow is significantly related to policy formulation aimed at improving internal efficiency, because dropping out and grade repetition increase per pupil cost, block access to eligible school-age…

Two decades of research on the external efficacy of educational investments in developing countries have produced a persuasive rationale for expanding access to schooling and raising educational attainment levels. Schooling has been associated with such outcomes as the following: (1) rationalistic attitudes conducive to participating in modern…

The relevance of Open University-type institutions to developing countries is questioned due to subject area and target audience, study location, learning method, and the media. A package approach is suggested that features adaptable course content, alternative educational technology, nonacademic subject emphasis, and non-home-based study. (LBH)

This note series is intended to summarize lessons learned and key policy findings on the World Bank's work in education. "Fast Track Initiative" ("FTI") was launched in 2002 as a partnership between donor and developing countries to accelerate progress towards the Millennium Development Goal (MDG) of universal primary education. "FTI" is built on…

The Department for International Development (DFID) is the British government department responsible for promoting development and the reduction of poverty in sites in developing and transition countries around the world. This paper focuses on the education dimension of poverty reduction, and specifically the attainment of the International…

This qualitative report of the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) Girls' Education Activity (GEA) focuses on the results of project activities in Guatemala, Morocco, and Peru. Section 1 outlines the overall purpose and goals of the GEA; contrasts the major tactics of the program in each country; and describes the…

This quarterly journal offers information about diverse aspects of education in countries throughout the world. Following an editorial discussion of education for citizenship, articles included are: "Free Education for All" (E. Jouen); "The Challenge of Pay Equity: A Stubborn Problem" (M. Tomei); "The IMF's Pupil in Latin…

This report describes how children bear the brunt of poverty and explains why they are central to poverty reduction in developing nations. The report also illustrates UNICEF's support for the process of improving access to, and quality of, health care, education, water and sanitation, and child protection. It describes how the participation of the…

In many countries, often at great personal cost, teachers and education support staff are at the forefront of the struggle for basic trade union and human rights. This book acknowledges their contributions. It also draws inspiration and hope from their efforts to show that a commitment to the interests of every child, to quality education, and to…

Describes an educational model based on needs of developing nations, particularly those in Latin America. The model stresses lifelong education, broader educational access, and encouragement of students and teachers who wish to be creative and forward-looking rather than preservers of the established order. (DB)

This bibliography cites books, articles, and unpublished materials relevant to the history and current status of women's education in Third World nations and the impact of schooling on women's family, social, and work roles. It has a topical organization and cites materials in English, French, and Spanish. (SJL)

Examines the use of distance education for inservice teacher education worldwide. Although the United Kingdom (UK) has many colleges and no vast distances, distance education makes a significant contribution to teacher education in a period of rapid educational change. The UK Open University offers high-quality, multimedia inservice courses. (SM)

Examines challenges faced by female students at Nairobi universities and postsecondary training institutions, using questionnaires administered to students of both sexes and interviews of male and female education officers. All groups named financial constraints, strict teenage pregnancy policies, inadequate girls' school resources, low…

Describes Frontiers of Justice as a program that acquaints educators with third world countries. Narrates one educator's trip to Ghana, where ethnic conflict, lack of education, and AIDS are prevalent. States that food distribution has been linked with education especially for girls; asserts that if girls are educated they will educate their…

Profiles the recent history of Tanzania's efforts to educate its people. After describing Tanzania's history and educational policies, the paper discusses school reform in its historical context and focuses on sharing the costs and benefits of education. Examines ideological intent, theoretical merits, and practical limitations of applied…