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Direct linkHarris, Mary M.; Miller, James R. – Journal of Science Education and Technology, 2005
This paper reviews the historical and current response of the United States to threats to its world leadership in scientific endeavors, with particular attention to the National Defense Education Act of 1958. The current status of the United States in mathematics, science, and engineering education is reviewed with respect to K-12 student…
Descriptors: Federal Legislation, Educational Policy, Science Education, Engineering Education
Peer reviewedEly, Donald P. – TechTrends, 1997
Describes the evolution of educational technology curricula and examines its current status. Highlights include graduate curriculum development; the National Defense Education Act; competition between school librarians and media specialists; the inclusion of computer technology; and three case studies of academic programs at Indiana University,…
Descriptors: Case Studies, Competition, Computer Uses in Education, Curriculum Development
Peer reviewedFlynn, Patrice – Social Studies, 1995
Discusses the historical and contemporary relationships between global competition and education. Compares similarities between educational initiatives following the launch of Sputnik and those of the Goals 2000 program. Provides examples to encourage students to think about the new world order in social studies classrooms. (CFR)
Descriptors: Competition, Curriculum Development, Economic Factors, Economics
