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Eide, Kjell – Prospects, 1990
Examines U.S. educational research policy since the 1960s in conjunction with author's directorship of the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD). Discusses federal education laboratories created in 1965. Reviews the OECD's 1969 evaluation of federal research and development programs. Contends U.S. research policy suffers…
Descriptors: Educational History, Educational Policy, Educational Research, Federal Programs
Laroui, Abdallah – Prospects, 1991
Describes personal experiences with university research and development. Criticizes university research as ineffective and inwardly focused, resulting in a concept of scientific research that negates the notion of economic development. Complains that the focus of study no longer contributes to an increase in consumable wealth. Urges that…
Descriptors: Developing Nations, Economic Development, Economic Impact, Higher Education
Chinapah, Vinayagum – Prospects, 1991
Discusses the state of education in Africa. Argues that programs must be modified according to the political, social, and economic conditions of each country. States that school enrollments have stagnated, and quality of education has declined, resulting in increased school failure and a low level of cognitive achievement. Discusses collaborative…
Descriptors: Administrator Effectiveness, Decentralization, Developing Nations, Educational Administration