Claims that global trends toward deregulation in the telecommunication and media field are affecting national domestic communication policies of individual European states. Explains how the case of Ireland illustrates that public service media systems of Western Europe are being integrated into an international marketplace dominated by U.S.…

Describes the European Council of International Schools, an organization of 140 primary and secondary schools founded in 1965. Member schools are independent, noncompetitive in entry requirements, and represent many nationalities. Some offer standard college preparatory programs. A list of member schools is appended. (MLH)

The status of signature and ratification of six regional cooperative conventions concerning recognition of study abroad is reported. They are conventions for: Latin America and the Caribbean; Arab and European states bordering on the Mediterranean; the Arab states; the Europe region; the African states; and Asia and the Pacific. (MSE)

The Council of Europe's proposed University of Europe, an open university specializing in multidisciplinary inquiry, is described and its organization and program design are outlined. (MSE)

A resolution of the 13th session of the Council of Europe held in Dublin, Ireland, in 1983 to discuss ways in which European countries should cooperate in education is presented. (RM)

Reports on a 1984 international conference on population held in Mexico City. All nations were urged to consider links between population, environment, resources, and development, with special emphasis on demographic change/environmental consequences and on the support of family planning. (DH)

The creation of a postgraduate University of Europe, to be based in Paris but linking new courses offered by a consortium of existing universities in several countries, is being proposed by a group of French faculty members and administrators. (MLW)

Considers electronic interlinkage between two library networks in regard to functions of online shared cataloging and online interlibrary lending based on computerized union catalog. Problem areas are discussed: political climate, professional attitude, incompatibility of organizations, management and staff differences, financial stability,…

Needs of teachers in American-sponsored overseas schools (ASOS), especially concerning art education, are discussed. For example, a linkage system needs to be created to serve as a resource network and clearinghouse among ASOS and between ASOS and schools in the United States. (RM)

A methodology linking the teaching of economics to the promotion of international understanding is discussed. The content of a course dealing with the new international economic order is examined. (Author/RM)

This article defines Delphi and Policy Delphi research techniques; determines when either or both techniques might be appropriate as an organizational information-seeking strategy; identifies advantages and disadvantages associated with implementation; and identifies steps in planning a Delphi or Policy Delphi. (CT)

Environmental problems do not stop at state boundaries; they reach beyond local or national jurisdictions and require international control. Problems concerning air quality, water pollution, and indirect pollution are discussed. Environmental legislation can have a significant impact. (RM)

Problems that international students deal with as they adjust to living in the United States are presented, and their implications for mutual cooperation once students return to their homelands are discussed. Some practical steps that might be taken to relieve many of the problems described are suggested. (BW)

This publication aims to inform students and adults about the United Nations Convention on the Rights of the Child established in 1989. The Convention is the first international legal instrument to designate guarantees for children's human rights. It provides a single, up-to-date global perspective on the rights of the child which have been…

Globalization is driving rapid change in knowledge, skills, and innovation. The economic well-being of future generations of Albertans depends on investment in education today to ensure that the knowledge and skills acquired continues to be in demand in international communities. International student recruitment in both the basic education and…