We demonstrate the power of Variation Theory as an analytical tool used to understand the underlying conceptual structure of mathematics lessons taught by English primary school teachers. We study excerpts of three lessons that are posted on a professional website. We show how lesson analysis using variation allows us to focus on what is made…

As countries become increasingly interdependent, student populations in the United States are becoming more culturally diverse. These students' transnational perspectives present significant challenges to teachers, but a disconnect exists between the skills teachers need and those provided to them by colleges of education. As teacher preparation…

International exchange and training programs play a significant role in the development of international cooperation between educators from different nations. More and more teachers and school administrators participate in exchange programs and implement new curricular and instructional practices in their institutions. This paper presents findings…

A comparative analysis of China's scholarly relations with the developed capitalist world explains China's policies; examines Sino-European scholarly exchange and American, Canadian, and Japanese exchange policies and programs; and intends to identify policies likely to contribute to cultural and educational autonomy or increase hazards of…

Compares British and American higher educational systems and describes the benefits of a foreign exchange professorship program. (AEA)

The European Centre for the Development of Vocational Training (CEDEFOP) aids the European Commission in encouraging promotion and development of vocational education and training (VET) at the community level. The work program for 1999 document has three sections. In section 1, "Developing knowledge and expertise," 12 projects relate to…

Faculty participating in a three-month exchange program at a British teacher education program observed that the programs were generally similar in organization and duration to those in the United States, while differences were seen in students' academic backgrounds, teaching philosophy, program component integration, and emphasis on developmental…

Considers Dr. Alan Knox's model on need appraisal and explores its underlying premises. Adapts the model to a specific target population, the Israeli exchange teacher, and examines its adaptability. (Author/DR)

Highlights the differences between the university systems in England and in the United States. (AEA)

Two history teachers, Gerald Brown of Pennsylvania and Francis Brown of England, tell about their experiences under the Teacher Exchange Program. The English Brown found more detailed curriculum methods, administrative control and accountability, visual aids, and great emphasis on sports. The American Brown's English school had a more leisurely…

Compares English secondary education, specifically U.S. history courses, with that of the United States. Examines English reliance on syllabi that are centrally produced and discusses their national testing system, describing how students and teachers guess test content and adjust instruction accordingly. Identifies trends in both countries which…