The entire issue is devoted to speeches and reports from the 1970 AEL meeting. The largest consists of descriptions of programs in the member states--Virginia, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Kentucky, Tennessee, and West Virginia. (RT)

Reports results of a study of the Sarvodaya Shramadana Movement in Sri Lanka. Sarvodaya is a nonprofit, nongovernment community education-cum-development movement working in nearly 3,000 villages in Sri Lanka. "Sarvodaya" means universal awakening and "Shramadana" means sharing of one's time, energy, and thought for the good of…

Outlines approaches taken to development in lesser developed countries in the past, discusses the importance of appropriate technology and human development, and summarizes the information needs of the rural poor in developing nations. Information dissemination programs using video- and audiotape technology in Bangladesh, Guatemala, and Peru are…

Discusses the many facets of the role of television in developing countries and describes the unscripted television play, a technique being used in Kenya to inform, educate, and entertain the population. (LLS)

Presents a case study of the integration of a community survey and a community development seminar into a total community effort. Describes the results which included the initiation of new action programs in recreation and housing, the involvement of more citizens in leadership roles, and the development of communication networks. (LRA)

This paper presents the plight of the world's poor, which was discussed at The World Conference on Agrarian Reform and Rural Development in July, 1979. Urban bias is attributed to the failure of rural development. More participation of rural people is needed. Progress is being made. Examples of literary programs in Iraq and the Sudan are included.…

Reviews the Farmers' Functional Literacy Programme and various definitions of literacy, and describes a study in four villages of Deoria (India) to investigate the relationship between farmers' literacy status and their adoption of improved agricultural practices. Discusses the indicated trend toward agricultural improvement with rising literacy…

Although substantial efforts have been made in social science research in rural areas, the assembled data often has not been extensively utilized by decision makers. This paper proposes a collaboration between researchers and decision makers and suggests guidelines for enhancing research utilization. (DS)

Examines Eastern Cherokee opposition to the construction of the Blue Ridge Parkway through the Qualla Boundary reservation in the late 1930s. Highlights the role of two teachers in the internal tribal debates over tradition, modernization, and the marketing of Cherokee culture to tourists. Contains many references in notes. (SV)

Medical schools have increasingly ignored underserved communities' needs. Descriptions of five demonstration programs show how community-driven approaches to medical education involve academic and rural communities, select students from underserved areas, and train learners in undeserved communities. The approach also supports underserved…

Lists and explains the necessary requirements that should be included in a women in development course. States that students should receive a strong foundation in theories in women's subordination and be able to make connections between theory and practice through reading, discussions, and writing assignments. (GG)

Reviews findings of a four-year study designed to identify and measure the impacts of Federal decisions about the risks associated with large development projects on rural Alaskan populations. Addresses the consequences of off-shore oil and gas development activity. Consequences reinforce an urban bias and sustain dependencies on declining…

This article draws on the findings of seven country studies of youth employment programs in Africa (Botswana, Somalia, Zambia, Malawi, Kenya, Ethiopia, and Mauritius). Considered are public service/public works programs, agricultural development, employable skills development and vocationalization of education, and national youth services. (SK)

Advocates a greater emphasis upon rural history through the study of the farming frontier. Suggests methods for introducing this topic to students. Criticizes Turner's thesis for not recognizing the extent of homesteading after 1890 and for concentrating only on agrarian settlement in the Midwest. (KO)

This article considers the likely effects of the current educational reform movement on the future of small rural schools. After describing what the reform movement says about these institutions, it discusses the historical legacy of rural school reform and assesses the likely financial effects of the current reform movement on rural schools. (TE)