An agreement between the U. S. and the People's Republic of China to initiate some steps to a broader understanding between the two countries is described and some of the efforts so far undertaken are discussed. Difficulties in getting significant information exchanges are noted. (LBH)

Contrasts "the unsuccessful attempt to organize farm workers by the National Farm Labor Union from 1946 to 1952 with the strikingly successful one of the United Farm Workers from 1965 to 1972." Argues that "the difference between the two challenges was the societal response that insurgent demands received." (Author/JM)

Africans as well as missionaries and colonial officials were very active participants in moulding colonial educational policies and practices. (Author/IRT)

Review of women's status in Eritrea before and since independence highlights significant advances in emancipation, with education playing a major role. The review identifies shortcomings and obstacles in the current political situation for women's rights and gender equity. (SK)

Educational facilitation, the teaching philosophy of Boricua College, New York (New York), is described as post-modern education. With due regard for the ethnicity of the school's Latino population, educational facilitation has enabled this nontraditional college for adult students to succeed in its mission to develop the intellectual and…

Using the pass rates of Black and Hispanic students on the Texas school exit assessment as a proxy for academic achievement, this study identifies educational and political resources that influence student success. Political resources are much more influential for the success of black students. Factors contributing to minority student success are…

Settlement of tobacco company lawsuits, currently in litigation in 22 states, would benefit college and universities holding tobacco company stock in their endowments. A number of institutions are considering divesting such stock for ethical reasons, but at most institutions the political immediacy of the issue is not great. (MSE)

Describes, within the political context, European Union cooperative efforts for educational quality, recognition of qualifications, and open/distance learning. Concludes that success depends on the diversity of education and training systems in Member States. (SK)

Notes that the burden of budget reductions enacted by the 104th Congress have fallen disproportionately on programs for low-income families and individuals. Suggests that middle class entitlements such as Social Security and Medicare, which comprise more than half of the federal budget, would be a more prudent area in which to reduce spending.…

Questions the excess of school reforms in urban school districts, asking why reform is so prevalent and so disappointing. Focuses on three possible sets of reasons (political factors overemphasis on structural solutions, and the research base underlying the reforms being adopted). Refers to efforts undertaken by the University of Pennsylvania's…

Asserts that affirmative action is so contentious because it is not a true regime of group rights, discussing: when a group is not a group; black Americans and interest group pluralism; black Americans and corporatism; the prescience of black nationalists; the Mexican American Legal Defense and Educational Fund; when an organization is not an…

Essay on school reform argues that quality teachers are key to successful reform, not reform rhetoric by state governors and U.S. Presidents. Asserts that primary mission of schooling is to provide students an educational apprenticeship in democracy. Qualified, caring, competent teachers are essential to accomplish this mission. (PKP)

Federal appropriations for fiscal 1991 for projects involving specific colleges and universities has set an all-time record for such spending. Actual totals are probably even higher. Spending is for research facilities and varied projects. The increases may reflect lawmakers' impatience for an administration policy on promoting technology. (MSE)

Describes a course offered on the political economy of national security. Discusses the objective of the course as the introduction of major economic issues associated with national security. Outlines lecture topics, course readings, and class format. Evaluates course weaknesses and strengths. Includes course assignments and requirements. (RW)