The purpose of the article is to introduce and recommend to United States educators a number of films produced during the last two decades which realistically portray social problems of Latin America. These films provide historians with valuable documents from which to study Latin American society. (SM)

A discussion of seven areas in physical education where change is essential. (Editors)

Until very recently, most social studies materials contained little discussion of prison reform. Inclusion of this vital subject in the curriculum is discussed. (JB)

This discussion on the threat to society of drug abuse and the need for regulation of drugs to protect the public was presented at the School of Health of Kent State University, the Pharmaceutical Manufactureres Association and the ASHA Workshop, Ohio, 1971. (JC)

This commentary on the background and the implications of the Commission Report introduces a theme issue. (JB)

Reviewed and analyzed is The California Tomorrow Plan,'' an imaginative and comprehensive strategy for turning society's assault on the environment into a coherent effort for solving social and environmental problems. If offers a rational method and system for identifying, analyzing, and coping with major disruptions in our society and…

Points and suggestions that could be used in an instructional program about alcohol. Presented at the Session on Alcohol and the Adolescent, 14th Annual American Medical Association-American School Health Association Session on School Health, San Francisco, California, 1972. (JC)

Priorities of responsibility are discussed and distinguished from life and death as vital issues. Vital issues are felt to be most important; avoidance of catastrophes which, even if they did not eradicate human life, could decimate mankind. (DF)

If science and technology are to be useful in the solution of social problems, then scientists and engineers must participate in public discussions and in the decision-making process. (Author/DF)

A discussion of the possible causes, effects and remedies of the drug problem in this country. (JC)

Argues strongly for an approach to science teaching that will focus on values and yet avoid the problem of indoctrinating students with a particular set of values. Cites several science topics which can be treated at the "values level , and suggests numerous values, issues, and questions which may be discussed with students. (LC)

Discusses the commonalities which exist among the various substantive areas of vocational education in terms of related objectives, knowledge and abilities, and methodologies. (BC)

Reviews increasing use of psychoactive drugs such as tranquilizers to treat normal emotional problems. Discusses the implications both in terms of side effects and in terms of Psychological and interpersonal factors. (EB)