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Farkas-Conn, Irene S. – Information Management Review, 1988
Examines the role of information managers in the transfer of complex technologies. The discussion covers the need for reliable information to assist with the selection of appropriate technologies and market evaluation, to assess the effects of government policies and cultural differences, and to establish training objectives. (19 references)…
Descriptors: Administrator Role, Appropriate Technology, Cultural Differences, Global Approach
Peer reviewedHungwe, Kedmon – TechTrends, 1989
Discussion of the use of appropriate educational media and technology in developing countries focuses on conditions in Zimbabwe. Poverty as a cultural factor is examined, transferring technology from one country to another is discussed, and the need for skilled and trained personnel is emphasized. (LRW)
Descriptors: Appropriate Technology, Cultural Context, Cultural Differences, Developing Nations
Wicklein, Robert C., Ed. – 2001
These eleven papers focus on the need for technology education (TE) to address technological problem solving from a more holistic and appropriate level--less high tech, more thoughtful, and using available resources. "Philosophical Rationale for Appropriate Technology (AT)" (Robert C. Wicklein, Charles J. Kachmar) discusses concerns and…
Descriptors: Appropriate Technology, Case Studies, Citizen Participation, Cultural Differences
