This special issue deals with the identification and remediation criteria/practices employed in several countries regarding learning disabilities (LD). An analysis of the identification criteria suggests that most countries follow early law mandates of the United States (e.g., PL 94-142) regarding the definition of the disorder and use the…

Summarizes Blumberg's theory of gender stratification, which emphasizes relative male/female control of economic resources as a main predictor of multiple gender stratification consequences. Reviews evidence from Third World countries that men and women spend income differently, such that, when women lose control of income, family well-being and…

Contends that greater knowledge of international matters would benefit the American student of psychology. Bases argument on the author's personal experiences as an expert on learning theory in the U.S.S.R. and Africa. Recommends using foreign films and literature in psychology courses to challenge students' underlying cultural assumptions about…

Describes the roots and consequences of the isolationism of American psychology. Argues that, as undergraduates, American psychology students should be enabled to develop a world view through exposure to foreign research and practices. Suggests means of implementing such exposure. (KH)

The recommendations and conclusions of a conference on globalizing American higher education are summarized. In the area of international studies, the recommendations focus on curriculum development, faculty incentives, administrative structure, interinstitutional linkages, and evaluation. In the area of foreign languages, it is recommended that…

Multicultural, international communication skills should be taught at all levels by business teachers so students can learn about possible cultural barriers. Students planning to enter business positions should consider taking a foreign language. Those writing to foreign business persons should use clear, simple, precise, and concise language. (CH)

Multicultural education is defined in this paper, and recommendations are presented for translating this definition into educational practice. The paper is divided into three major parts. In the first part, the historical background of the concept of multicultural education is described. Different theories of cultural pluralism are discussed and…

Evidence is accumulating around the world that greatly increased access to higher education over the past two decades has come at a tremendous price--a severe decline in academic quality. Brief reports on the quality-quantity question and other major issues facing higher education in the world are presented. (MLW)

Lewis and Clark College has developed an international studies program featuring an international affairs symposium with international scholars, overseas study groups, a large foreign student population, substantial foreign language enrollments, and a large international affairs department. (MSE)

Excerpts from the first "Bulletin" of the President's Commission on Foreign Language and International Studies and an outline of the coordinator's presentation to the Chicago hearing are presented. The objectives of the commission include recommending means for directing public attention to the importance of foreign language and…