According to John Dewey, the study of history can give one an insight that will enable him to deal with and solve social problems. (CK)

Describes a pilot course designed to provide advanced undergraduate science students with an opportunity to explore the way in which several fields of science and technology interface with society at large. Interests and aptitudes for career work in the science-society interface area are also explored. (Author/TS)

Australian Frontier Incorporated is a social mechanism designed to provide an open meeting ground to make possible communication between people involved in a particular aspect of the life of the nation. (Author)

In the present exploratory study efforts center around three basic foci: (1) A description of how different outlooks relate to the severity of urban disorders; (2) A comparison of these patterns in terms of their consistency; and (3) A comparison of beliefs about the crisis' future and some objective social conditions. (Author)

To achieve a genuine reformation in American education, we will have to learn the delicate art of avoiding oversimplification. (Author)

In response to evidences of critical human need, the King County Library Board and staff have been exploring ways in which to do their part in alleviating the problems of unemployment, hunger and malnutrition and related social and health problems among the people they serve. (3 references) (Author)

Social policies for the aged are examined in terms of the five action dilemmas outlined by Talcott Parsons. The study shows that the aged receive basic services, but are deprived of a meaningful place in the family, a measure of social authority, and activities that are functionally valuable and personally satisfying. (Author)

Considers the use of behavioral science and methodology in the search for consumer justice and reform. (Editor)

The author, a member of Seattle Radical Women, states some of the beliefs of her organization: (1) women's liberation must come through a movement of radical women; (2) the woman" question is a multi issue matter; (3) female subjugation is the oldest form of world oppression; and (4) organization support is based primarily on political ideology.…

Argues that students should get a world perspective on America's social problems in social studies. (DB)

Critizes failure of education to address itself to society's ills, to adequately reflect the culture and history of Afro-Americans, and to prepare Black students for constructive action in the ghettos. (KG)

Second of two articles on the '70s, all in this issue. Stresses need to consider the human factors and attitudes when discussing career choices. (Author)