Reviews 13 dissertations completed between 1992 and 1994 as well as 8dissertations in progress that are relevant to the school library media field. Topics include children's literature, information retrieval, media production, international school librarianship, and use of the library. (LRW)

After two years of teaching chemistry and math for the Peace Corps in a small village school in Ghana, Mike Athens now works as the ranking administrator overseeing Peace Corps operations in Tanzania. Athens, who is Native American, believes his experiences in Africa will help him to expand his skills and better serve his community when he returns…

This international review of initiatives in providing for students with special educational needs notes the inclusive education movement, the "Education for All" United Nations programs, the United Nations "22 Standard Rules on the Equalisation of Opportunities for Disabled Persons," some national initiatives, and empowerment…

Discusses the role of the international organization INTERMON in education for social development. Highlights include objectives, content, values, conflict-resolution, cooperative learning, teacher training, and the use of audiovisuals, networked telecommunications, electronic mail, and teledebates. (AEF)

Examines the process of handing over foreign- or internationally-funded English language education projects in developing nations to local personnel, using the handing over of a British Overseas Development Administration project in South Africa as a case study. Implications for project sustainability and evaluation are discussed. (nine…

Describes the state of physics education in China as determined by visits to eight universities, one middle school, and one kindergarten noted for their reputations for innovative instruction. (MDH)

Discusses the changing nature of UNESCO's approach to attaining worldwide literacy. Argues that any initiative in formal education or adult literacy depends on political engagement at the highest level, mobilization of necessary financial and human resources, and genuine popular participation. Suggests finding a common language to improve the…

Describes ways community colleges have used to create culturally diverse campuses, including recruiting foreign students, creating global awareness, internationalizing the curriculum, providing study abroad and faculty exchange opportunities, and involving the community. Highlights the importance of institutional commitment to the new focus on…

Discusses effects of integration of the European Community and internal market on qualifications for occupational activity. Describes German objections to the community's attempts to set educational policy. Urges common community definitions of professions and recognition of vocational qualifications to facilitate freedom of movement of the work…

Discusses how culture shock intrinsic in a cross-cultural student teaching experience necessitates that participants think critically and reflect about teaching. The article describes an international student teaching component at two Minnesota colleges. After 7 weeks of student teaching in the United States, participants spend 6 weeks in British…

Describes the processes followed during the international coproduction of a series of short videos called "Protecting Our Planet" that was developed by the National Film Board of Canada to encourage environmental responsibility among 8 to 12 year olds. Production guidelines are explained, including objectives and desired learning…

Describes a 1990 United Nations summit on children's rights. Examines problems facing children worldwide and the relationship of children's rights to environmental concerns and education. Discusses efforts of the World Organization for Early Childhood Education (OMEP) to implement summit resolutions, highlighting projects of four OMEP National…

Describes the international activities of the Thames Valley University's Department of Information Management, including formal academic links with overseas institutions, development of short courses for practitioners, discussion meetings, staff and student visits, and enrollment of international students. Topics addressed include personnel,…

Offers a historical overview of the growth of international education programs in U.S. postsecondary education and trends in foreign student enrollments at community colleges. Presents brief descriptions of existing international education consortia. Discusses the relationship of international education and international business. (DMM)

TeleEducation NB through the Telecampus is creating a virtual environment that will support the development of multimedia courseware and the online delivery of courses throughout New Brunswick. This public-private initiative stimulates the growth of small educational and training companies interested in marketing courseware abroad. (Author/AEF)