Describes the attitude that value judgments made about other cultures are outrageous and recommends that critics consider these guidelines: understanding is not acceptance; judgment is not prejudice; and difference is not necessarily salutary. Often evaluated are textbooks, developing nations, and political systems. (Author/DB)

Many families move to a number of different countries and the children are subjected to a wide variety of different cultures and experiences. This article highlights information collated in this area together with some of the experiences of being a school psychologist working in an international context. (Contains 12 references.) (GCP)

One of the best vehicles for creating lifelong learners of geography involves not only making students see the relevance and the importance of the field, but to cultivate a sense of fun and enjoyment pertaining to geography as well. Incorporating international foods in the world geography classroom is not only an interesting alternative way to…

The author describes her fears and struggles as she came to terms, as an American expatriate in France, with a medical diagnosis of Toxoplasmosis. This condition led to her birthing a son with Asperger's Syndrome. She tells of plunging herself into research to learn more about Toxoplasmosis, the number of things that could be seriously wrong with…

According to self-determination theory, when teachers establish an autonomy supportive climate in the classroom, students demonstrate high levels of self-determination and are intrinsically motivated. The aim of this study was to identify factors leading teachers (N=336) to report that they create such a climate. We conducted a path analysis in…

Revolution did not spread to Germany from France at the end of the 18th century, yet the German and other European states were forced to come to terms with the principles of the French Revolution such as political and legal freedoms and national unity. Germany was affected by the French Revolution particularly by the reactions of German…

This document is a bibliography of books written by Caribbean women writers. Authors and their works are organized by the country of their origin; these include: Antigua, Barbados/USA, Belize, Dominica, Grenada, Guadeloupe, Guyana, Haiti, Jamaica, Matinique, Puerto Rico, Trinidad/Tobago, and Trinidad/USA. Books of interest to children and young…

THIRTY TEACHERS OF RUSSIAN FROM THE UNITED STATES PARTICIPATED IN THE 1966 NDEA (NATIONAL DEFENSE EDUCATION ACT) INSTITUTE SPONSORED BY INDIANA UNIVERSITY IN THE SOVIET UNION. THE PROGRAM OF 5 WEEKS OF INTENSIVE STUDY ON CAMPUS FOLLOWED BY 5 WEEKS OF TRAVEL IN THE SOVIET UNION OFFERED PARTICIPANTS A UNIQUE OPPORTUNITY TO IMPROVE THEIR LANGUAGE…

This reader has been designed to provide intermediate level students with readings on a wide range of topics concerning Thai culture and history written in various styles. Students using this reader should have completed elementary study of Thai equivalent to "Spoken Thai," Books I and II, and the "Thai Reader," both by Mary R. Haas. Easy command…

This reader is designed to provide advanced students of Thai with a wide range of readings by eminent Thai authors. Writings selected have been excerpted to provide manageable lesson-size units, but have not been otherwise edited. Alternate spellings, and even misspellings, which are not infrequent, have been retained as in the original; but…

This study surveyed the Asian/African courses offered at junior colleges in New York State. Literature cited emphasized the need for such courses at the junior college level to acquaint students with, and help them develop an appreciation for, the culture and people of foreign countries. Questionnaires were sent to the president or dean of the 65…

The Australian and New Zealand educational systems are currently developing at a rapid rate. The aim of this paper is to trace the emergence and growth of educational technology in the unique conditions of Australia and New Zealand, to outline and evaluate previous developments and current applications, and to discern trands and suggest the…

This report studies the effects of marihuana on the individual's physical and psychological health, as well as the effects of cannibas use on the society. A major purpose of this report is to serve as an up-to-date compendium of scientific information bearing on the issue of marihuana and health. In order to make the report maximally useful to the…

Details are given concerning the background, operation, and curriculum of a Chinese elementary school for both foreign and Chinese students. Foreign and Chinese attitudes toward the school and contacts between foreigners and Chinese also are discussed. (DT)