Under Horace Mann, children aged 4-16 spent more days in school. Reformers concentrated their efforts on this group. Thus, although there was an overall decline in school attendance, 1820-60, economic historians need to consider quality as well as quantity in assessing the economic productivity of education. (Author/WM)

Comments on the positive values of international congresses and applauds the organization of the International Geological Congress in Montreal. (AL)

Presents findings from 1970 Census Bureau surveys in 51 urban areas, which findings should lead to better solutions to underemployment. (DM)

A discussion of some of Brazil's Educational problems and of the need for research into possible uses of mass media for both educational and economic improvement in that country. (AA)

Recounts the history and problems of European Economic Integration from the first post World War II organization, the OEEC, to the EEC (Common Market) and the EFTA. Suggestions for further reading are included. (JB)

The British have used the Industrial Training Act of 1964 to develop a dynamic training policy; and this is seen as a major factor in an economic growth strategy. (EB)

This simulation highlights problems of development strategies for underdeveloped countries and examines aspects of tourism. As Parliament members on a Caribbean island, students discuss a proposal from a foreign source and make a decision on behalf of their people. Includes procedures, timetable, character list, role descriptions, and other…

The essence of sound economic policy in the future will be to integrate the wide variety of public- and private-sector decisions that bear on the nation's capacity to achieve full employment, economic growth, and stable prices. (RM)

Compares the economic conditions, potential, and problems of the socialist European states of the Comecon group with similar aspects of states having capitalist economies. (RH)

Current conditions of rapid social and technological change require adjustments on the part of individuals. Home economists, having developed practical solutions to human problems and having focused on human development and values, are in a position to work as change agents in the process of productivity improvement and social adjustment. (SK)

Asserts that women have been left out of the development process. Argues that integration of women into the mainstream through education and employment is a myth because it is based upon the male-dominated socioeconomic system that perpetuates oppression and marginalization. (SK)