Contends that current life styles prevent forms of citizen action which might address personal as well as world problems. A new set of cultural meanings must be generated which revolve around the human condition, and these meanings must be lived in the day to day experience of persons. (Author/JK)

The author demonstrates how to teach a college political science course on the Arab-Israeli conflict in an objective, unbiased way. Objectivity is important because of the obvious biases and the nature of this controversial issue. (JR)

The author argues that educational planning endeavors, especially in developing countries, must be accompanied by social and economic development in order to have significant long-term effects. (AV)

Consists of 12 articles that provide practical lesson and activity ideas for teaching about global issues in the context of home economics. Emphasis is placed on activities for World Food Day, school displays with a global approach, and outreach programs involving food, clothing, and books. (CH)

Presents a qualitative analysis of Soviet media coverage of Afghanistan from 1979 to 1986, showing that several familiar themes, from unpopular guerrillas to national security, are used to justify the Soviet presence in Afghanistan. Compares Soviet press coverage of Afghanistan with U.S. coverage of El Salvador, revealing several parallels. (ARH)

Evaluates the "Iron Curtain" speech made by Winston Churchill in 1946, discussing its relevance and implications for the present. Examines Churchill's predictions for the future and his assessment of the USSR. Reviews world developments since the speech and proposes foreign policy goals for the next 40 years. (GEA)

Contrasting the invasion of Grenada with the Vietnam War, Falk illustrates a successful and a failed intervention into another country's affairs. Assesses the legality, under international law, of intervention and examines various instances of its use. Considers arguments in favor of intervention, recognizing the difficulty in formulating such a…

Claims that science takes a reductionist approach that has led to a fragmented view of the world. Argues that such a worldview lies at the heart of ecological crises. Calls for a new holistic approach to science. (TW)

Provides background on the political and social roots of the racist policy of apartheid. Describes the violence and the social and economic injustices of the system. Concludes that the South African problem must be viewed as a part of the continuing struggle over the disproportionate distribution of wealth. (JDH)

Maintains that United States foreign policy toward South Africa has been "found wanting" since 1948. Focuses on the failure of President Reagan's policy of "constructive engagement," and details what must be done to bring about an end to apartheid. (JDH)

Reviews the historical and cultural roots of the South African system of apartheid. Covers early Dutch settlement, the Anglo-Boer War, the Native Land Act of 1913, and the rise of the National Party. Concludes with a discussion of the different perspectives held by black and white South Africans on the "progress" made in recent years.…

This article presents a chronology of significant events in the struggle to end white domination in South Africa. The period covered is 1943 to 1986. (JDH)

Describes the striking dichotomy of South Africa's beauty and the squalor resulting from the apartheid policies of the government. Reviews reactions of black South Africans to recent constitutional changes and details efforts to secure more sweeping reform. Includes stories of several individuals who have taken actions which oppose the system of…

Prekindergarten, kindergarten, and first-grade children were asked eight questions to assess their understandings and attitudes about war and peace. An attitude of rejection of war existed at these ages, increasing with age and stronger for females. Implications of this study for peace education curricula are discussed. (Author/DST)

Provides discussion questions, activity suggestions and sample quotes to provoke further examination of the Cold War era values evidenced in the baseball subculture (see SO 515 377, "Baseball and the Cold War: An Examination of Values). (JDH)