Latin America is the most widely used of the terms, but a more precise designation, at least in scholarly usage, would be useful. Distinctions are made on the basis of language in favor of the terms in the title. A bibliographical note for further reference is appended. (AMH)

Presented is an overall view of the history of science in Spanish America prior to 1820. Excluded are the accomplishments of non-Spanish scientists with no social or cultural ties to the countries of the region. (SL)

The Latin American Scholarship Program of American Universities (LASPAU) seeks to give well qualified, well-motivated but financially limited Latin American students an opportunity to obtain the academic training required for successful careers as university teachers in their home countries. (HS)

There is at least one Western theatre that the historians consistently overlook. This is the theatre of the Mayan Civilization, one that antedates any other in the Western world by hundreds of years. (Author)

Recommended ideas and approaches are: selective attention to people, contemporary issues, and basic concepts; content from the social sciences and humanities; comparative methods; encouragement of active student participation using inductive methods; and development of critical thinking skills." (Author/VW)

The author suggests that the Latin American cities can serve as a focus of culture study in elementary grades. describes what is general in the uniqueness" found in the values and life style of Latin American families, politics, culture. Lists items for a classroom and resource library on Latin America for 25 dollars. (VW)

Discusses a survey which ranks relative student interest in different aspects of Hispanic culture. Information on family sphere, social behavior, values, institutions and attitudes, and diversions are considered most important. (EKN)

Describes the activities and growth of ABRATES (Brazilian Translators Association). This association, although private in character and financed by members' dues, has gained government recognition, has helped to organize courses for translators, and has taken the first steps to protect the rights of the translator, demanding appropriate labor…

This article is the second on a series of listings of Provencal, Iberian, and Latin American folk music records, based on records available in France as of the beginning of 1976. (Text is in French.) (CLK)