In an era of unprecedented volatility, ambiguity, impassioned conflict, and intractable problems that affect the basic living conditions and prosperity of many, education has never been more important or more in need of purpose, meaning, and applicability. The solutions to the dilemmas that define our world will be created and implemented in the…

This paper looks at the implementation of the DESD from a global perspective. It takes the position that quality education is fundamental for learning how to live sustainably, and that the DESD needs to be better positioned in the education landscape and conceived as a global social movement that must be fostered and nurtured for the well-being of…

Discusses UNESCO's organizational objectives in encouraging international cooperation to deal with world problems. UNESCO's Medium-Term Plan, established in 1974 for the promotion of human rights, international information exchange and communication, socioeconomic development, and environmental protection, is described. (AM)

Describes projects for the development of international understanding which were organized by elementary and secondary schools around the world as part of Unesco's Associated Schools program. Project descriptions from schools in Bulgaria, Colombia, Cyprus, Germany, Italy, Malaysia, Malta, Mauritius, Phillipines, Thailand, and the United States are…

Discussed are the reasons for the Socialist Republic of Viet Nam's scientific backwardness. A development project which will enable this country to become a modern, economically self-sufficient country by the year 2000 is outlined. (BT)

Project ICONS (International Communication and Negotiation Simulation) is a computer-assisted simulation that casts students in diplomat and policymaker roles. Thrust into a laboratory of high-powered negotiations, they grapple with solutions to real and urgent international issues: world health, human rights, and the spread of nuclear technology.…

Presenting an international perspective on non-formal education development efforts for women, this booklet contains (1) an article on women in development, (2) highlights of nonformal education projects for women, and (3) a bibliography of documents and journals on world-side issues related to women in development. The article is an overview of…

Describes a 1981 subregional seminar on the development of the Associated Schools Project in Africa. The aim of the seminar was to examine African educational programs for international understanding at the primary school level and to facilitate the pooling of experience gained by Associated Schools in the subregion. (Author/AM)

Describes the meetings, surveys and organizational strategies used by the United Nations Educational, Scientific, and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) to establish an international program in environmental education. Goals, procedures, and future plans are explained. (WB)

To prepare for introducing an Associated Schools Project in Guinea, the author took a study trip to see what kinds of activities Associated Schools Projects in Switzerland, Germany, and France had undertaken. Associated Schools Projects are intended to promote international understanding and peace. An account of the study trip is provided. (RM)

This atlas provides basic information about the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). Formed in response to growing concern for the security of Western Europe after World War II, NATO is a vehicle for Western efforts to reduce East-West tensions and the level of armaments. NATO promotes political and economic collaboration as well as military…

The Milwaukee (Wisconsin) public school system is the first public school system in the United States to offer a peace studies program to all elementary and secondary students. The program, including the planning and development process, is described. (RM)

Described is the history of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) since its formation in 1972. Also included is an examination of UNEP's major programs and projects, and an assessment of the organization's problems and future prospects. The function of UNEP is to coordinate the management and assessment of the world's environment by…

Brief descriptions of school projects undertaken by countries participating in Unesco's Associated Schools Projects are provided. Project topics vary and include international education, environmental education, peace education, community aid, children's rights, world problems, and human rights. (RM)

Students value participation in meaningful research. They feel empowered when they effect positive change in their communities. They also have a strong affinity for frogs and toads, although they vehemently deny this at the start of the school year. In addition, most students recognize the value of using computer technology to solve world…