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Prilleltensky, Isaac – Counseling and Values, 1992
Contends attempts by radical behaviorists to create better society are marked by analytical and philosophical shortcomings. Argues the allegiance of behaviorism to ideology of technocracy serves primarily to reinforce existing societal structures. Suggests, although behaviorism is being used mostly to preserve the regnant social order, it is…
Descriptors: Behaviorism, Foreign Countries, Social Behavior, Social Change
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Pedraza-Bailey, Sylvia – International Migration Review, 1985
Argues that to understand the changing social characteristics of Cuban exiles over 20 years of migration, one must understand the changing phases of the Cuban revolution. Explores Egon F. Kunz's theoretical framework for refugee migration in relation to Cuban exodus data. (GC)
Descriptors: Cubans, Hispanic Americans, Immigrants, Migration
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Wright, Erik Olin; Martin, Bill – American Journal of Sociology, 1987
This study explores the relationship between economic events which occurred during the 1970s and 1980s and the development of a proletarian class structure in the United States. Contrary to theoretical expectations, the data show a decisive acceleration in the growth of the managerial class. Internationalization of business and technological and…
Descriptors: Higher Education, Science and Society, Social Change, Social Class
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Barthel, Diane – Signs, 1985
Introduces a three-stage historical model of female education in Africa during and since the colonial period. Suggests an historical tendency to educate only males, then an attempt to educate a limited number of females for "modern" roles. Contemporary situation presents educational opportunities for more women, but with subtle sexism…
Descriptors: African History, Colonialism, Educational Development, Educational History
Ramanujam, B. K. – 1984
The cross-cultural validity of many models of personality development has been challenged because of their emphasis on Western ideals of individuation, setting goals for oneself, and aggressively pursuing those goals. The model of Hindu society presented in this paper is different. Case studies of two individuals who sought psychological help are…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Caste, Conflict Resolution, Cultural Differences