International exchange programs, of professionally qualified librarians or those nearing professional status, should be mutually beneficial. To dispense the planning efforts for such exchanges, it is necessary to establish a Post-Professional Study Centre (PSC). The PSC would: pool the requirements of many different libraries, match applications…

An exchange program is described in which two groups of high school science students, one from Long Island, New York, and one from upstate New York, visited each other's school districts for three days to broaden their experiences with different physical and geological surroundings. The inland group of students was exposed to marine geology and…

Principal findings of a two-year study of alumni and officials of the program are summarized. Policy recommendations deal with: the use of former grantees in preparing new grantees; clarification of the roles and expectations of various program components; program flexibility; travel policy; use of academic consultants; and use of senior grantees…

A highly effective tool for grants research, the computer will soon be seriously applied to consolidating valuable exchange information. Focus is on the information overload in the field of exchange programs and other funding opportunities available to those interested in educational and professional experiences abroad. (LBH)

An increase in international scholarly exchange may help to improve the United States' foreign language competence and international relations. Federal support for research, expansion of scholarship programs, strengthening of exchange programs, and establishment of a National Foundation for International Studies is needed. (CB)

China's current open-door policy and internal reforms are propelling the country toward rapid economic growth. It is suggested that the United States should foster China's constructive involvement in the world community through technology transfer as well as through scientific and cultural exchanges. (DH)

Reviews contributions that psychologists have made in the areas of race relations and improved international understanding. Also discusses the issue of program evaluation as an area in which psychologists have played and should continue to play an active role, thus improving projects designed to contribute to the public interest. (Author/GC)

Discusses the impact that eight major world problems will have on the future direction of education around the world. The author advocates new government policies world-wide through which educational systems would teach global approaches to these problems. The future role of the United Nations Fellowship Program is discussed. (AM)

The cultural exchange program between preservice physical education teachers of Springfield College and Aruba is described as highly successful. (LH)

Explains how keeping a work journal can be useful in exploring one's thoughts and feelings about work challenges and work decisions by facilitating self-renewal, change, and job satisfaction. Includes an example that discusses issues of interest to middle career librarians including the challenge of technology, further education, professional…

Presents viewpoints of four library professionals on the role of American libraries in the development of third world libraries. Topics discussed include the role of libraries in democracies; financial and human resource needs; the role of library associations; and staff exchange programs, including the American Library Association's Library…

Highlights one elementary school's experiences with foreign languages. The school joined a student exchange program with Italy, introducing Italian lessons into some classes. Spanish classes were soon added. Italian and American students communicated as pen pals and visited each other's countries. This successful foreign-language program has…

Describes the author's experiences in England as a support staff educational exchange participant. Offers suggestions for classified college staff interested in exchange programs, and presents exchange programs information and funding resources. (NB)

This report describes recent developments in international educational cooperation and their effects on the Netherlands Organization for International Cooperation in Higher Education (NUFFIC), and presents a picture of NUFFIC as an organization. It has two parts. Each part is organized into parallel sections covering: cooperation in Asia, Africa,…

This report presents data on international programs and activities at colleges belonging to the California Colleges for International Education (CCIE) consortium. Programs detailed include: (1) faculty/staff exchange; (2) international curriculum; (3) international development; (4) international economic development; (5) international student; (6)…