This book, prepared in the context of the "UN Conference on Sustainable Development (UNCSD)", also known as "Rio+20", contains the papers submitted to the "World Symposium on Sustainable Development at Universities (WSSD-U-2012)", which took place in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil on 5 and 6 June 2012. It pursues the following main aims: to document and…

The African Primary Science Program has been developed in eight different African countries and is currently in the initial stages of implementation in these countries. The program differs from conventional science teaching in that it attempts to provide an opportunity for children to know the world on their own terms. Its goals are to equip…

The African Primary Science Program, which was established in 1960 as part of the African Education Program, has operated widely in English-speaking African countries. Science centers have been established with program assistance in seven of these: Ghana, Kenya, Malawi, Nigeria, Sierra Leone, Tanzania, and Uganda. Its goals have been centered on…

Provides a report on the newly formed Korea Advanced Institute of Science (KAIS) which has as its objectives to produce capable scientists and engineers, to up-grade higher education, to undertake basic research of prime interest to industry and to encourage the continuing progress and development of science and technology. (Author/CP)

Illustrates problems involved in controlling a public health disease (schistosomiasis) which is interwoven into a country's religious, economic, political, educational, and social systems. The strong relationship between the disease and development of irrigation systems is pointed out. A successful education and integrative program is described.…

Evaluates progress made by the Smithsonian - Peace Corps Environmental Program in which biologists are recruited to initiate and administer research projects dealing with environmental problems in developing nations. (JR)

The International Geological Correlation Project has attained scientific maturity and broad support and participation by geologists world wide. Its purpose is to provide a mechanism for international cooperation and information exchange about geological problems that transcend national boundaries. (Author/BB)

Describes "The Molecular Biology Regional Courses Series" in Latin America and other third world regional networks devoted to developing science. Discusses the benefits of such networks to developing countries. (CW)

Case studies of Peace Corps forestry projects in Morocco, Nepal, the Philippines, Chile, Guatemala, Chad, Liberia, and Niger are presented as a guide in aiding future forestry programming efforts. Each case study includes: (1) general information about the specific country; (2) an overview of forestry programs and efforts in that country; (3) a…

The author describes and assesses the Cuban educational system, based upon his experiences and observations in that country. Emphasizes the remarkable progress made in education since the revolution, the role of science and technology, and the integration of theory and practice in the schools. (JR)

Describes approaches to the implementation of environmental education in African countries. Emphasized are student activities and teacher education strategies associated with the Science Education Program for Africa (SEPA). (WB)

Discussed are the reasons for the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam's scientific backwardness. A development project which will enable this country to become a modern, economically self-sufficient country by the year 2000 is outlined. (BT)