The Jomtien Plan of Action in the Sub-Saharan Context.

Thiam, Iba Der

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Publication Date: 1990

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The Jomtien Plan of Action in the Sub-Saharan Context.

Thiam, Iba Der

Prospects, v20 n4 p503-11 1990

Suggests that the means to eliminate illiteracy are available in Africa if nations devise and implement a strategy of action based on an effective political will and adopting a methodical, rational approach. Discusses the current situation, negative factors, repercussions on development, and future demands. Argues that promoting basic education must involve the entire country. (DK)

Descriptors: Access to Education, Adult Education, Adult Literacy, Colonialism, Developing Nations, Educational Development, Educational Policy, Elementary Education, Foreign Countries, Illiteracy, International Cooperation, Lifelong Learning, Political Attitudes, Social Change, Womens Education

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive; Opinion Papers

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Audience: Policymakers

Language: English

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Identifiers - Location: Africa

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