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Federal Advisory Processes: Advice and Discontent
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Cronin, Thomas E.; Thomas, Norman C. – Science, 1971
Analyzes data from questionnaires returned by members of major federal advisory councils on educational policy. Discusses respondents views of, and satisfaction with, their role. Suggests methods of improving councils' effectiveness. (AL)
Descriptors: Advisory Committees, Educational Policy, Evaluation, Federal Programs
Education and Science in China
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Signer, Ethan; Galston, Arthur W. – Science, 1972
Describes the organization of university education and scientific research (mainly biological) in China. There appears to be an emphasis on applied research and on the elimination of elitism from scientific, technical and intellectual activity. (AL)
Descriptors: Administration, Biology, Educational Policy, Higher Education
What Can We Really Learn from TIMSS?
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Schmidt, William H.; McKnight, Curtis C. – Science, 1998
Discusses some results of the Third International Mathematics and Science Study (TIMSS) and responds to criticisms of that study. (WRM)
Descriptors: Achievement Rating, Educational Policy, Elementary Secondary Education, International Programs
National Science Foundation Budgets: Fiscal Years 1981, 1982, and Beyond.
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Branscomb, Lewis M. – Science, 1981
Reviews National Science Foundation's (NSF) functions defined by the Congress and outlines the budget request for fiscal year 1982 and associated proposed rescissions for fiscal year 1981. Reviews the role of the National Science Board in assisting the President by establishing policies and priorities, and by guiding NSF activities. (Author/SK)
Descriptors: Budgeting, Budgets, Educational Finance, Educational Planning