Discusses the past experience and the technological advances of industrialized nations, particularly Japan and the West. The relationship between industrialized and developing countries and the developmental process are also discussed. (HM)

Discusses the role of the chemical industry since the 1930's and reviews its possible role relating to pending world energy problems. (SL)

Describes (1) transnational corporations (TNCs) as the main cause of economic and social phenomena, and (2) the need for information about TNCs' organizational structure, sources of finance, and integration strategies. Presents a new approach to international economics based on the concept of the world economic system and a justification for…

During the 19th century, America was transformed from an agrarian to an urban-industrial society. America became divided into a nation of rich and poor. Peter Cooper assumed the role of a reformer and became the spokesman for the poor. Cooper's reform efforts and his views on unions are discussed. (RM)

Examines the ideological origins of vocational education and the reasons why people holding a broad spectrum of political and economic opinion found vocational education attractive. Argues that despite differing views on vocational policies, reformers were united by a desire to improve the functioning of society. (ETS)

Assessed the impact of industrialization on men's (N=6,000) beliefs in independence from the extended family and women's rights outside (but not necessarily inside) the home. Results showed education and living standard to be primary determinants of both ideologies across several cultures. (LLL)

Industrialization in Latin America and how it has influenced growth, employment, and income distribution are examined. The role played by multinational companies in industrialization is discussed. The future of Latin America's growth possibilities is evaluated in the light of the Asian export-industrialization models. (Author/RM)

By 1860 much of the beauty of St. Anthony Falls in Minneapolis (Minnesota) had been destroyed, as mills on both sides of the river used the power of the falls to turn millions of bushels of wheat into flour. Steel rails linked bonanza farms hundreds of miles to the west to the mills. The mills, the farms, and the railroads depended on each other…

Reports on a study which examined the composition, socializing function, compared to schools and the mass media, and conjugal role configuration, including division of labor and supervision of children, of the Chinese family in urban Hong Kong. (Author/SF)

Time is running out for social studies revision. If the social studies profession hopes to resurrect credibility with youth, every teacher must consciously move to relate his courses to the value dilemmas of youth and the value-laden issues of our time. (Author/JN)

The higher cost of energy in the future might well dampen the current ardour for industrialization. Cheap sources are the ones most likely to disappear, pointing to a further disparity between industrialized and nonindustrialized societies. (BL)

The need to develop adult education programmes in urban and industrial areas has vast and multiple dimensions. Some of the significant factors are considered. (Author/RK)

Students undertook a group project in collaboration with city officials to study garbage types in the community and possibilities of recycling solid wastes. Data collected from various sources revealed that public attitude was favorable for recycling efforts and that it was feasible economically. (PS)

Social studies courses should include a section on air pollution and its harmful effects on our physical and mental health. (CK)