Problems of rural development in less developed countries and ways of organizing a foreign aid program are examined. (MF)

Different models for international activities in mental retardation and developmental disabilities are described, as well as principles that characterize successful international programs. A case study of an international exchange and technical assistance project conducted between a University Affiliated Program and Antigua and Barbuda, West…

Building a dynamic international distance education program can be a complex operation. The purpose of this paper is to discuss a model for global learning that utilizes a blended learning approach. This paper will describe how a blended learning approach was implemented in an international instructional technology Master's program to the benefit…

This overview of the International Environmental Education Programme (IEEP) begins with an introduction which outlines IEEP objectives and goes on to provide, in section 2, a working definition of environmental education (EE). This is followed by three reports, on the Belgrade Workshop on Environmental Education, regional conferences, and the…

This issue focuses on Iowa's role in the historical development of the 4-H youth program. "Roots in Iowa" and "Jessie Field Shambaugh: The Mother of 4-H" (J. Friedel) describes the rural Iowan roots of the 4-H program, which today is located in 80 different countries, and give the story of its founder. Jessie Shambaugh, a rural…

The survey methodology outlined in these guidelines is aimed at helping the professional planner in a developing nation to anticipate user information needs for the population as a whole according to the particular characteristics of his own country. Part of the initial planning and design of a national information system, such a survey must be…

An interinstitutional project to develop a self-instructional course in international health is described, including the rationale for the project and the operating procedures used to produce course materials. A field trial is also reported and recommendations for materials development and utilization are given. (Author/LBH)

Reports on the outcomes of six national and two international conferences attempting to set guidelines for the continuing development of environmental education. Sponsors, issues addressed, and a summary of the results are included. Comments on the outcome of the 1978 Leadership Conference are also included. (JM)

Reviews and quotes from United Nations and UNESCO policy and program statements made during the 1970's regarding strategies for adult education and development. (WL)

Since 1980, the University of Keele (England) and the Katholieke Hogeschool at Tilburg (Netherlands) have been developing joint programs of study between universities in the European community. The problems and practice of developing such links and those involved in fostering an innovative idea for cross-cultural studies are discussed. (MSE)

Traces the history and development of the American Farm School beginning in 1909. Describes the mission of the school and its current program changes and curriculum development activities. (LRA)

Characterizes globalization as a new imperative for U.S. higher education and a new challenge for the accreditation community. Addresses the need for assuring institutional integrity and quality as international programs are developed. Offers recommendations for the initiation and evaluation of international programs. (DMM)

A Working Group on Medical Passports was established in 2002 by the International Association of Medical Regulatory Authorities. The goal of this group was to develop a fast-track registration process for highly qualified medical practitioners wishing to move from one jurisdiction to another. A "medical passport" would be available only to…

The Regional Unit for Social and Human Sciences in Asia and the Pacific (RUSHAP) is entrusted with the tasks of coordinating, planning, and executing UNESCO's program for the development of social and human sciences in Asia and the Pacific. The activities conducted by RUSHAP during 1984 and 1985 are reported in this document. The activities…

Using current programs and cooperative efforts as examples, this paper focuses on the emerging role of two-year institutions in various facets of international education. First, the paper reviews events over the past 10 years that are reflective of changes in community college attitudes toward international education, the benefits derived from…