Discussion of a core curriculum in Hungary focuses on the role of information technology in curriculum development in elementary education. Topics include personal computers; networks; multimedia; the Internet; tasks and goals for various subject areas; content elements; and didactic considerations. (LRW)

Considers ways in which technology such as computer networks may affect the future development of education in Turkey. A historical-cultural perspective of Turkish education is provided; education as an agent for transmitting cultural values is discussed; computerized information networks are described; and obstacles are considered. (eight…

Describes the partial conversion of Iceland's three-year teacher certification course into distance education mode. The social context and rationale of the project and the conditions and experience of participants in the initial phase of this pilot project are discussed. Technological and pedagogical concerns and program prospects are mentioned.…