Developed is an interdisciplinary unit that deals with global warming and the greenhouse effect. Included are 10 lessons that can be used to supplement existing plans or used as a basis for developing a new unit. Included are modeling, laboratory, graphing, role-playing, and discussion activities. (KR)

Explores the impact of information technologies on the institutional and organizational arrangements through which scholarly research is supported. Topics discussed include the advent of workstations for scholars that would be linked in with other workstations and with many kinds of information sources world-wide, and the functions which these…

Described are recent developments in technology which make it possible to predict hazardous events, develop disaster plans, and develop hazard-resistant facilities. Stressed are the needs for action on the local level and cooperation on the international level. (CW)

American schools must prepare the next generation's leaders by educating students about world geography, foreign cultures and languages, and international issues. To meet challenges involving democracy, the international economy, transnational dangers, East-West relations, and military technologies, the United States should rely on three basic…

Discusses the four objectives of the World Decade for Cultural Development (1988-97) as enumerated in the United Nations long-term Plan of Action. Outlines six forms of action in the plan. Stresses the importance of cultural development, enrichment, preservation, and international cultural cooperation. (RW)

The U.S. must have the patience and courage to continue to build its research and development infrastructure and to reward innovation in a time of tight federal budgets, pressing international problems, and uncertainty in the private sector about the near-term economic outlook. Trade barriers must be removed also. (MLW)

Investigates Japanese efforts to enter a new phase of its postwar technological period with a focus on internationalization of its economy and industry. Analyzes which technologies will dominate the early 21st century and their relationships to each other. (MVL)

America's preeminence hinges on students' ability to think globally and on a newly developed, homegrown labor force. The elderly, women, and minorities need to be properly utilized and instead of lowering standards for school children, standards must be raised. (MLW)

Little attention has been given to the needs of international and American social work students who are preparing for direct practice outside of the United States. A preliminary model of cross-cultural social work practice is described as the basis for a course in direct social work practice in international settings. (Author/MLW)

Articles include: "A Case for Internationalizing the Curriculum" (John A. DiBiaggio); "Internationalizing the Curriculum: Higher Education Institutions in the United States" (Ralph Smuckler and Lawrence Sommers); "Economic Competitiveness and International Education" (Burkart Holzner); and "Foreign Language and…

Contends that there is a need for a strong partnership between industry and education. Outlines the important services that multinational companies perform for the world's peoples. Suggests ways that teachers can help their students succeed in the market place. Calls for maintaining high standards, increased teamwork, and emphasis on work-study.…

Orientation toward global and national issues of 332 Canadian and American preservice social studies teachers was assessed using the World Affairs Analysis (WAA). A sample hypothetical problem illustrating WAA and discussion of study implications for teacher training and K-12 instruction are included. (IAH)

Discusses the human use of the planet earth. Describes the global patterns and the regional aspects of change. Four requirements for the cultivation of leadership and institutional competence are suggested. Lists five references for further reading. (YP)

Provides awareness information on the sources, types, and serious effects on wildlife of nondegradable materials which are causing local as well as global problems. Discusses current ways the problem is being attacked and educational implications for environmental programs. (RT)

Provides activities for primary and intermediate grades which will encourage an appreciation of diversity. Primary activities are concerned with the Native American's respect for nature and Japanese culture. Intermediate activities focus upon the African American celebration of Kwanzaa and the creation of Chinese words to describe technology. (KO)