This article describes, analyses and discusses the development of the Nordic school model in three phases of the post-war period, viewed in the light of the development of the political system throughout the period and in comparison with the development of the school system in the western world in this period. The "classical period" from…

Discusses the notions of history and education presented by N.F.S. Grundtvig, Danish promoter of the folk cause. Notes that Grundtvig thought that human development is always realized and manifested in a national context and that a national culture is a necessary prerequisite for the progress of civilization. (SB)

The adolescent identity crisis involves two processes: exploration of alternatives, and commitment. Danish adolescents were assessed regarding the degree of exploration or commitment in four areas: vocational maturity, values, political attitudes, and sex role. Sex differences and problems associated with categorizing the stage of crisis are…