This article explores the feasibility of rational planning, using as evidence the regional planning experience of the Appalachian program. (Author)

Discusses the means to improve the overall flow of knowledge, the relationship of research and development to economic prosperity, problems of keeping managers up-to-date and providing greater coordination on a national scale, and improving the information flow to developing countries. (Editor/JB)

The real retraining of the American work force will not come about through massive, federally operated job training programs. It will come about only when employers are able to look forward to a promising economic future that requires highly trained and motivated employees and that offers real jobs. (Author/SSH)

Discusses factors contributing to structural changes in developing countries and concludes that unemployment and underemployment are best countered by generating new productive activities, developing economic linkages, and stimulating an increase in the number of workplaces. Advocates cooperation among developing nations. (JOW)

Using data from 1965-76, examines Taiwanese attitudes toward family formation norms and preferences, personal control of the family building process, and traditional family values (including preferences for sons or daughters). Discusses implications for fertility transition theory. (Author/GC)

Posits that work done by women in providing services for their families and society is not economically rewarded, is a distortion of reality, and one of the main causes of discrimination against women. Discusses the role of women in the economic growth of United States, United Kingdom, Hungary, Mauritius, USSR, and Egypt. (JOW)

Slower employment growth in most industries, a reversal of the trend toward a larger share of jobs in the public sector, and a return to more rapid productivity gains are some of the highlights of the Bureau of Labor Statistics' latest long-range projections of employment and output by industry. (BM)

Discusses the process of converting scientific knowledge into productive social forces. Information is presented on system-structured technology, technical processes, labor and plant productivity, and the life cycle of technological systems. (DB)

Describes the history of the Al-Ind-Esk-A Sea, a floating fish processing factory representing a major hope for the economic independence of Alaska Natives residing outside the state. Discusses employment practices in effect on the ship. Notes interesting facts about the ship's engines and fittings. (SB)

Presents an interpretation of Afghanistan's political stance with regard to Pakistan's political overtures, and the Soviet Union's political and economic involvement in Afghanistan's national affairs. Journal availability: see SO 507 176. (Author/DB)

Based on a comparison of the 1950, 1960, and 1970 Mexican population censuses, the article presents the main findings of a detailed study on the changing employment structure of Mexico's non-agricultural labor. (NQ)

Professors at two universities are proposing that an institute without walls be established by America's black colleges and universities to provide technical assistance on economic, social, and educational programs to 69 developing nations in Africa, the Caribbean, and the Pacific Islands. (MSE)

The relationship between vocational education/training (VET) and economic growth is complex. In less-advantaged regions with low skill levels, employers may adopt strategies accommodating low skills, creating a vicious circle. A more proactive strategy may be hindered by the new VET system in Britain. (SK)

The postsocialist nations of Central and Eastern Europe lack entrepreneurial traditions and practical experience. One difficulty in adapting Western business experience is the need for a common language and understanding of ethical standards. (SK)