Curriculum development has long been regarded as a central pillar in the architecture of educational effectiveness; however, this theme has been largely overlooked in the unique context of foundation years in higher education, with research on transnational programmes in China focusing on the point of view of the foreign institutions. In this…

The world today can be characterized by constant change. One such change is globalization: the integration of world economies into a single economy. Because of globalization, it is necessary for colleges and universities to respond with appropriate curriculum changes that addresses this new world phenomenon. Several institutions of higher…

Presented are a summary and working papers of a seminar that included participants from the Regional Development Program of the Organization of American States and heads of universities in Latin America and Canada. Following a brief overview of the issues, topics discussed are: (1) intercultural contact; (2) internationalization of the university;…

The focus of teacher education around the world remains narrowly national and may foster negative attitudes toward other countries and societies. Little attention is paid to peace education, global problems, or international issues in teacher education curricula, although the recognition of the importance of teacher preparation to international…

Examines Canada as a neglected area of political study. Suggests the inclusion of Canada in the comparative politics curriculum because it offers rich comparative opportunities with its cultural pluralism, parliamentary system, and authentic federalism. Lists associations and funding sources for Canadian studies and recommends several textbooks.…

The results of a study on the rationale for and optimal approaches to internationalizing social work education are described. Learning objectives and content areas for the general graduate curriculum and for specializations are discussed. Curriculum recommendations are identified: enhanced domestic practice; professional exchange and action; and…

Reports the nine-year history of the Centre for Peace Studies. Identifies the aims of the project. Discusses the extent of interest in, and reactions to, the center. Describes "World Studies 8-13," a curriculum program of the center that continued under the direction of the World Studies Trust after the center ceased to exist. (SG)

For years, international literature has neglected the special features of educational planning in small countries. The recognition of small countries has increased over the last two decades, as they have begun to play a more important role in world politics. This three-part book evaluates the nature of the ecology of small countries and its…

Despite the phenomenon of cooperation and collaboration between and among nations in many areas, networks for the benefit of education are nearly nonexistent in Western Europe. A "network" means the collaboration between educational institutions in the field of curriculum development, training, research, dissemination, transfer, and implementation…

The recent evolution of instructional programs in colleges of agriculture has made them more usefu" to society and meaningful to the academic community. Seminars aimed at improving the effectiveness of teaching have also improved the quality of faculty counseling for undergraduates and graduates. For more than 10 years, curricula have been…

Provides a description of an Australian government-funded University Mobility in Asia and the Pacific Project (UMAP) which allowed five Australian teacher-librarianship students from Monash University to spend a semester in Thailand. The project also promoted exchanges between Thai and Australian academics and will add to the internationalization…

This report is based, in part, on the results of a workshop on Environmental Education at the University Level convened by the Centre for Educational Research and Innovation (CERI) in Tours, France. During this workshop, participants from the Organization for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) countries analyzed the serious, urgent need…

The development of an interdisciplinary curriculum grew out of the conviction that the scope of the preparation of community health educators needs to be expanded to provide experiences that emphasize health as an interdependent global concern and that health educators need to enhance their ability to work with people of many cultures. (JD)

Reviews the history of international education from 1950 to 1962. Covers early proposals for international programs and university entrance qualifications, the founding of United Nations International School, and the development of the European Baccalaureate. (Contains 18 references.) (NB)

States that a liberal arts curriculum with some emphasis on international studies and problems is necessary to prepare students to live in today's world. Examples of courses and programs in international studies from state colleges and universities illustrate these points. (CHK)