High Schools and colleges should emphasize an international dimension in their agricultural courses, focusing on the practical aspects of important individual and collective international relationships. (Author/BP)

A study was made of overseas staffing procedures of large American industrial corporations, selection and predeparture training, and the job attitudes of overseas American managers. Questionnaire responses from 127 foreign operations managers (FOM) and 127 overseas managers were used. These were among the findings; (1) most overseas managers were…

According to job length and skills required author examines jobs abroad. Short-term unskilled positions in work camps and voluntary service projects are detailed; information sources are listed. Suggests short-term skilled jobs such as trainees and tour guides. Reviews long-term employment opportunities in U.S. government jobs, international…

A report on a survey of the use made of foreign language by industrial firms. The findings are tabulated according to personnel, linguistic analysis, and linguistic profiles. The conclusion is that the development of speaking and listening skills should figure prominently in a business oriented language course. (AMH)

In recognition of the growing importance of the impact of interdependence, a study is discussed which focuses on recognizing the need for and establishing training programs to equip Federal government officers and employees with the skills and abilities to be cross-culturally effective in discharging their international responsibilities. (WL)

Today's global marketplace demands that employees have cross-cultural skills and an understanding of international business as well as different cultures. College and university students have unique opportunities available to them to gain these skills and obtain experience working abroad, which may help them attain international careers. College…

Ways to overcome the unusual problems facing the students in our overseas dependents schools who seek admission to American collleges. (IR)

Discusses the potential for the involvement of British library and information professionals in overseas projects. A study of available United Kingdom resources for overseas development is described; the attitudes and roles of professionals are discussed; the overseas market is examined; and further research and future possibilities are…

Provides information on the steps to take to get a job teaching English as a foreign language in France, highlighting the difficulties of obtaining work permits and finding work and the qualifications needed to teach in public schools, universities, or the private sector. Several Americans who have stayed in France for the long term share their…

The barriers to upward mobility faced by female administrators working in American and International Overseas Schools and how these women perceived selected barriers were studied. The sample consisted of 67 women, mainly principals, directors, or superintendents, in administrative positions in International Schools in Latin America, Africa, Asia,…

This issue of a newsletter on perspectives of refugee resettlement presents views and advice from 20 former members of the Overseas Refugee Training program who are now working with refugees in the United States. Topics discussed in this issue of the newsletter include the following: (1) the feelings of former staff on the effects of training; (2)…

This report presents a summary of the Committee on Education and Labor action on H.R. 3424, the "Overseas Teacher Act of 1988." H.R. 3424 requires the establishment of a uniform system of filling vacant teaching positions in overseas schools operated by the Department of Defense. It principally addresses two issues: (1) the hiring of teachers; and…

Mutual understanding of both similarities and differences between Americans and host nation counterparts is a key to effective use of American advisors abroad. When Americans and their hosts know what to expect of each other, the interpersonal competence, consulting skill, and technical knowledge of American consultants can be brought to bear more…

This study noted American concepts of modern management which Turkish industrial managers tend to find difficult: identified cultural, economic, and other factors that impede application of modern management processes; and compared the practices of American overseas managers with those of Turkish managers of domestic firms. Managerial performance…