Suitably qualified scientists and engineers are essential for research and development, innovation and, in turn, the growth of the economy. Science, engineering and technology skills are therefore necessary for Australia to remain competitive in a global market. This article reports findings from a nationwide study investigating the career…

Discusses the advantages and disadvantages of working abroad. Includes professional, personal, and monetary considerations. (JOW)

Overseas student-teaching is becoming increasingly popular among American college students. Unfortunately, relatively little is known empirically regarding how these students find their experiences-academically or outside of the teaching classroom. Consequently, the present research study used rigorous qualitative methods in order to appraise…

The international man lives abroad because he wants to; works in one of the newest branches of any occupational field; can divorce himself successfully from the biases of his native country; is fluent in at least two languages; and one of his most valuable assets is an insensitive stomach. (Author/SJ)

Discusses the importance of cross-cultural training for employees who work in foreign countries. Features the training program developed by Aramco for their employees who work in Saudi Arabia. (JOW)

Reviews how the U.S. Agency for International Development uses training to help countries improve their democracies and economics. Identifies resources for trainers interested in international employment. (JOW)

A study of 240 instructors of kaizen (continuous quality improvement) and technology transfer in overseas assignments for Toyota found that commitment to work and corporate cultural values were significant. Instructors recognized the responsibility and challenges of communicating and transferring their know-how across cultures. (SK)

The Kelley School of Business (KSB) at Indiana University (IU) recognized early the benefit of an international experience for its students. (KSB defines an international experience as consisting of at least 6 weeks outside the U.S., and including an academic component.) To assess the impact of business students' international experience during…

The individualization of curriculum is a challenge for the teacher education system in India. Curricula are prescribed by Universities for all the affiliated colleges, and these undergo revision only every few years. The curriculum innovation described in this report is a response to this challenge. The study explores a unique case of the…

The author interviewed 40 people in Caribbean countries about foreign consultants that had come to assist them. Although overall impressions were positive, the group made suggestions for more successful relationships. (JOW)

Listed are seven tips for locating a teaching job abroad. (KC)

A significant factor in the failure of businesses to meet their expectations in overseas markets is a lack of understanding of the new country's culture and a lack of effort to adopt the cultural traits or social patterns of the host country. (JOW)

Investigated coping strategies of 39 U.S. adolescents whose families had relocated to Belgium. Findings indicated that adolescents selected both approach and avoidance strategies to cope with relocation. Females and older adolescents relied significantly more on approach strategies than on avoidance strategies. Self-concept and behavioral…