Slower employment growth in most industries, a reversal of the trend toward a larger share of jobs in the public sector, and a return to more rapid productivity gains are some of the highlights of the Bureau of Labor Statistics' latest long-range projections of employment and output by industry. (BM)

Discusses the process of converting scientific knowledge into productive social forces. Information is presented on system-structured technology, technical processes, labor and plant productivity, and the life cycle of technological systems. (DB)

Describes the history of the Al-Ind-Esk-A Sea, a floating fish processing factory representing a major hope for the economic independence of Alaska Natives residing outside the state. Discusses employment practices in effect on the ship. Notes interesting facts about the ship's engines and fittings. (SB)

Presents an interpretation of Afghanistan's political stance with regard to Pakistan's political overtures, and the Soviet Union's political and economic involvement in Afghanistan's national affairs. Journal availability: see SO 507 176. (Author/DB)

Based on a comparison of the 1950, 1960, and 1970 Mexican population censuses, the article presents the main findings of a detailed study on the changing employment structure of Mexico's non-agricultural labor. (NQ)

Professors at two universities are proposing that an institute without walls be established by America's black colleges and universities to provide technical assistance on economic, social, and educational programs to 69 developing nations in Africa, the Caribbean, and the Pacific Islands. (MSE)

The relationship between vocational education/training (VET) and economic growth is complex. In less-advantaged regions with low skill levels, employers may adopt strategies accommodating low skills, creating a vicious circle. A more proactive strategy may be hindered by the new VET system in Britain. (SK)

The postsocialist nations of Central and Eastern Europe lack entrepreneurial traditions and practical experience. One difficulty in adapting Western business experience is the need for a common language and understanding of ethical standards. (SK)

Describes how public policy establishing the University of California Toxic Substances Research and Teaching Program helped to establish the state's environmental technology industry. The multidisciplinary "science-push" program generated economic development benefits including leveraged research funding and at least 200 new private…

Investigates effect of human capital on growth in three groups of countries that exhibit significantly different levels of economic development. Findings of the cross-country data sets suggest that link between growth and education varies as a result of different levels of economic development. The role of primary and secondary education seems to…

Addresses increased attention being given to training in business and industry, efforts to revitalize vocational education in Illinois, potential applications of instructional technologies in preparing people for the workplace, and expectations of vocational educators regarding technology applications. (Author)

The relevance of the stakeholder approach to evaluations of development assistance programs is examined. Ways in which the methodology can be useful in fostering interest in evaluation outcomes and in increasing the probability that evaluative recommendations will be implemented are discussed. (SLD)

Describes the role of education in the development of the economy of a village in Sichuan province. Uses the planning employed by this village as a model and furnishes examples of specific steps taken to confront multiple problems in providing education for growth and economic development. (NL)

New trends in Chinese adult education include (1) multidimensionality; (2) open learning; (3) coordination with other departments; (4) balance between knowledge and skills with emphasis on life skills; (5) realization of lifelong learning; and (6) extension of learning opportunities. (SK)

The many facets of the peace education movement in Australia include (1) development education, which focuses on inequities in the global economic structure; (2) demilitarization and disarmament; and (3) conservation of the environment. (SK)