Criticizes Zachariah's use of microlevel metaphors ("lumps of clay" and "growing plants") to explain major trends in theories of education and national development in developing countries. Discusses emergence of a neo-Marxist perspective on this area of comparative education. Suggests the need for a theoretical perspective…

Discusses the trend in other nations of establishing a system of community colleges similar to those in the United States. Considers the economic benefits of these institutions to developing nations, as well as challenges in their establishment. Examples are from Africa, Mexico, India, the Caribbean, China, and Vietnam. (DB)

This report seeks to address critical issues such as these by synthesising the evidence on innovations in more market-driven education systems. The analysis draws on data from over 20 OECD and non-OECD countries, including both developed nations that seek to move beyond established systems of state-run schools, and developing nations where formal…

This study addresses issues related to international strategies of lifelong education. The case of the United Kingdom is used to explore the degree to which approaches based on human-capital strategies can contribute to resolving inequalities. It is argued that claims made for the role of education as a means of protecting individual and national…

The gap between the high and low levels of education/schooling both within and among countries is increasing due to an economic division of labor tasks, nationally and globally. (Author/ND)

A general description of educational development, innovation, and problems in Arab countries is provided. (DE)

Recommendations for the reform of the administrative structure, curriculum and methods, and equality of Thailand's educational system are provided. This journal is available from the Unesco Regional Office for Education in Asia, Darakarn Building, 920 Sukhumvit Road, P.O. Box 1425, Bangkok, Thailand.

The aims, objectives, and structural changes in the Afghanistan educational system are listed. See SO 504 376 for journal availability. (DE)

Author critically evaluated Foster's viewpoints on economic and educational development in developing countries (AA 521 911) as well as the interaction between developing nations and developed nations, such as Latin America and the United States. (RK)

Author reviewed the implications of Foster's argument (AA 521 911) for Latin America. He suggested that Foster viewed the role of education in economic development rather than through the wider perspective of education and social change. (Author/RK)

After three years, the new French program which emphasizes oral competency over writing skills has been accepted by Nigerian teachers. (DE)

The African university's overreliance upon the French university model is examined. The author stresses an African educational system based on its own cultural, social, and economic context. (DE)

The author examines positive and negative effects of increased development upon educational systems. Development overburdens educational systems by providing new needs but also new opportunities for innovation. (DE)

An educational system designed to challenge present social values and yet works within the socioeconomic system is proposed for the African state of Tanzania. (DE)

Beginning with the historical background of parent education this international survey report briefly analyzes parental educational needs (defined in terms of parent child communication, family school relations, and the impact of rapid social change); the place of parent education in literacy programs; information services, parental consultations,…