Economic development calls for the modernization of high-school education, which is hindered by the inertia of the current hierarchical system of schooling. An analysis of statistical data that describe the dynamics of structural changes in the economy and investment in public education showed a demand for the implementation of extracurricular…

Within the realization that the development of Third World countries is essential to the productive forces of the industrialized ones, Yugoslav aid has been channeled particularly toward a cooperative effort to educate and train personnel to facilitate development. (JH)

The relationship of educational development to economic systems and the inappropriateness of western educational models for use in developing nations is examined. (DE)

This comment on the Report of the International Commission on the Development of Education calls for further critical assessment by relating education to other areas of development, specifically economy. Several of the Report's financial remedies and priorities in the area of employment opportunities are analyzed from this viewpoint. (KM)

The author examines positive and negative effects of increased development upon educational systems. Development overburdens educational systems by providing new needs but also new opportunities for innovation. (DE)

A review of the connection between education, training, and employment culminates in four recommendations: a comprehensive approach towards economic and social development; re-allocation of resources in favour of basic education; linking post-basic education to the needs of society through recurrent education; and stressing intellectual…

A description is given of the typical Cuban secondary school which is developing in response to a need for technical and vocational instruction. Objectives of the schools are listed in view of Cuba's increasingly mechanized industrial and agricultural production. (AV)

Two limitations in the Report of the International Commission on the Development in Education reflect its unenthusiastic welcome from certain sectors of the Third World. The document failed to explain the phenomenon of inequality and of social and educational injustice and contained an ingenuous reliance on a scientific approach. (Author/KM)

International economic relations are discussed in terms of cultural, educational, and communications development globally. It is emphasized that global cooperation and development are necessary for development of people and societies. (ND)

Describes personal experiences with university research and development. Criticizes university research as ineffective and inwardly focused, resulting in a concept of scientific research that negates the notion of economic development. Complains that the focus of study no longer contributes to an increase in consumable wealth. Urges that…

Discusses the decreased importance of educational planning to educational development, and the reasons for this trend. Analyzes basic assumptions in the relationship between planning and research. Uses examples from Latin America to illustrate available alternatives for re-establishing an effective relationship between research and educational…

Discusses the establishment of the International Institute for Educational Planning and its role in educational development. Traces the changing attitudes concerning education as a force for progress. Reports on an international workshop designed to address educational problems and planning issues. Includes workshop themes, concerns, and…

Reviews developments in higher education in four Newly Industrialized Countries (NICs) in east Asia. Contends that improvements have resulted from policies that strengthen and develop scientific and technological capacity. Stresses the link between effective higher education and economic well-being. (CFR)

Examines literacy campaigns from a literacy educator's viewpoint. Stresses that misassumptions, inaccurate definitions, misused statistics, unrealistic goals, and the failure to listen to literacy students themselves have resulted in frustrated policies. Suggests 10 theses for improving literacy policy in both developed and developing nations.…