Presents a history of the Swedish welfare state from 1932 to 1976 and discusses positive and negative aspects of the system. The conclusion is that future success of the system is dependent upon commitment by Swedish leaders to social change, material growth, and compensatory social services. Available from: P.O. Box 2450, Greenwich, Connecticut…

The context for education in Sweden is for a society in which citizens enjoy economic well-being and social provision. The educational system consists of a grundskol and an integrated upper school combining the gymnasium, vocational school, and the professional school preparing students for subuniversity qualifications. Nineteen higher education…