Martha Nussbaum argues that the aims of higher education ought to include the development in pupils of the capacity to contribute to the cultivation of humanity as intelligent, global citizens. For Nussbaum, "training" in this capacity is distinctly "philosophical" and she proposes that, to achieve this, teacher-pupil…

This paper outlines the dynamic life of the university in the era of neo-liberal globalisation, and within this context, discusses the nature of "creativity" as a life force or power, similar to the Ancient Greek idea of "Eros". This power is contrasted with functionalist and bureaucratic notions of creativity, and a disjuncture is identified…

Ethnocentrism and cultural isolation characterize current curriculum on western civilization. By adopting an interdisciplinary approach, and after overcoming the dual hurdles of confusion and interpersonal conflict in the disciplines, the college curriculum may begin to change this trend. (MSE)

The first article in this annual compilation ("Review of an International Conference on the University in the Future World," by Ransoo Kim) describes an international conference of Christian universities, held in May, 1985 at Yonsei University, to review the functions, problems, and missions of universities from a global perspective. Universities…

A cross-cultural, international perspective on art in education constitutes a humanistic activity that must allow for recognition of human commonalities and at the same time a respect for human differences. (RM)

Educators of the eighties and nineties, it is suggested, are responsible for making sure that Americans enter the twenty-first century with a view as wide as the world. The widest and most neglected frontier of United States educational reform is seen as a global perspective on all studies. (MLW)

How best to organize the university in the interest of global awareness and ways in which existing and potential capabilities for international studies can be translated into reality are discussed. The world view, global awareness, and the international dimension, it is suggested, must grow out of a perceived need. (MLW)

An Indiana professor of business used the British magazine "The Economist" as required reading in courses on international business in order to introduce a global and humanistic element. "The Economist" is a 100-plus page news weekly of economics and finance with a principal goal of increasing understanding of the critical…

Argues that historical and cross-cultural perspectives are part of what enable the language education researcher to keep a balanced perspective on the findings of epistemological, psychological, and educational study. (HOD)

Global managers of the l990s and beyond must have definitive impacts on their work environments. Among the skills they need to possess are the abilities to adapt to new and fast-changing situations and to interact with people who view the business world from varied perspectives. A humanities/management partnership offers a viable and effective…

Senator Paul Simon discusses the importance of a global, humanistic, multicultural approach to education. He presents insights to help make teachers better educators, stressing the importance of making education a priority (particularly for minorities) and enhancing the quality of teaching. (SM)

Education is usually seen as an institution aimed at providing the skilled human resources needed for economic growth. Education should also help future citizens develop a better and more just world. A global model that stresses the cultural component of the interrelation between society and education is presented. (RM)

Governments, decision makers, and international organizations must become more receptive to youth's ideas and endeavors to build a better, more just society and to stimulate their aspirations for a world of peace, understanding, and cooperation among nations. Youth organizations must make their efforts more conspicuous. (MSE)

A new liberal arts curriculum to meet the challenge of global interdependence is proposed. Four courses (human culture, global values, comparative environmental studies, and global transformations) would form a required common core, with 28 electives providing opportunities for students and faculty to exercise choice and personal responsibility.…

The Council on Learning's national conference of a representative segment of academic leadership held a discussion to elicit comments on the Council's Education and World View project. Internationalization of courses, language requirements, multicultural education, community colleges, teacher education, and undergraduate education are discussed.…