International development education in the English classroom might consist of the critical analysis of print-media coverage of events in the Third World and the reading of fiction written by Third World authors. An integration of both activities requires a theoretical framework that would affirm the usefulness of the discipline's pursuits in…

A description is offered of the far-flung operations of the world's largest private training system operating vocational and technical programs on an international scale; currently, 70,000 students are enrolled in 800 ORT institutions in 23 countries. (AJ)

The purpose of this study was to investigate the effects of the Physics Curriculum Project developed by the Science Education Center of the University of the Philippines on student achievement. The sample was formed of senior high school students. The subjects were divided into four groups according to the combinations of curriculum materials and…

The papers delivered at the Sixth Annual American Association of Colleges for Teacher Education Conference on International Understanding, held in 1964, state and restate two basic assumptions: a) human resources are the most vital and fundamental element in national development and b) the development of human resources can be brought about only…

A model is used to provide a framework for secondary teachers of intercultural studies who wish to compare and contrast developing nations and, further, to identify characteristics of the nature of the society to determine the nations' modernity. Although C. E. Black's model is general, i.e. it applies to all countries, the author applies this…

This booklet presents the proceedings of an international symposium held at Madrid, Spain, September 6-7, 1975, to discuss the present state and future prospects of educational technology as it affects the teaching of chemistry. Ten papers and reports from 20 countries are included, with topics including: the potentialities of new educational…

The type of general education acquired by students in Nigeria is examined. It is argued that implied or formal statistical knowledge is essential as a basis for rational decision-making and for understanding other subjects, and that Nigeria's existing system leaves gaps in a student's education that handicap him in postsecondary studies. (LBH)

Consists of 12 articles that provide practical lesson and activity ideas for teaching about global issues in the context of home economics. Emphasis is placed on activities for World Food Day, school displays with a global approach, and outreach programs involving food, clothing, and books. (CH)

The author defines competency-based individual and mediated instruction and argues that it should be used in developing countries' training programs. He cites barriers to implementation of competency-based instruction, including translation problems, the need for inservice teacher training, and geography. Possible solutions are presented. (CH)

Provides background on the political and social roots of the racist policy of apartheid. Describes the violence and the social and economic injustices of the system. Concludes that the South African problem must be viewed as a part of the continuing struggle over the disproportionate distribution of wealth. (JDH)

Maintains that United States foreign policy toward South Africa has been "found wanting" since 1948. Focuses on the failure of President Reagan's policy of "constructive engagement," and details what must be done to bring about an end to apartheid. (JDH)

Reviews the historical and cultural roots of the South African system of apartheid. Covers early Dutch settlement, the Anglo-Boer War, the Native Land Act of 1913, and the rise of the National Party. Concludes with a discussion of the different perspectives held by black and white South Africans on the "progress" made in recent years.…

This article presents a chronology of significant events in the struggle to end white domination in South Africa. The period covered is 1943 to 1986. (JDH)

Describes the striking dichotomy of South Africa's beauty and the squalor resulting from the apartheid policies of the government. Reviews reactions of black South Africans to recent constitutional changes and details efforts to secure more sweeping reform. Includes stories of several individuals who have taken actions which oppose the system of…

To verify its factor structure and construct validity, the Science Teacher Inventory of Need was administered to Malaysian secondary school teachers, using English-language and Bahasa Malaysia versions. Validity and reliability were adequate. The resulting six factors involved instruction, updating knowledge and teaching skills, diagnosing…