Morocco, a Country Study

Morocco, a Country Study
Author: Harold D. Nelson
Publisher:
Total Pages: 488
Release: 1985
Genre: Government publications
ISBN:

General study of Morocco - history, demographic aspects and geographical aspects, ethnic groups, religious practice, social structure, living conditions, education, economy, politics, government, international relations, defence, the administration of justice, etc. Bibliography, diagrams, glossary, maps, photographs, statistical tables.

Lifelong Education for Adults

Lifelong Education for Adults
Author: C.J. Titmus
Publisher: Elsevier
Total Pages: 631
Release: 2014-06-28
Genre: Education
ISBN: 1483297187

Lifelong Education for Adults: An International Handbook is the first work intended to offer international, encyclopedic coverage of research and studies in the whole field of adult education. With 127 articles written by international specialists, this work will be an invaluable reference source for all those who are engaged in educational activities for adults, either as full-time planners/administrators of educational programmes, or part-time adult educators. There are, for example, articles on education for work and for living, on population education, peace and environmental education, and on learning for personal development and role fulfilment. Conceptual frameworks, practical issues relating to instructional methods, counselling, curriculum and evaluation, and developments in distance learning, group learning, and adult learning are some of the topics discussed. Systems of adult education worldwide, as well as adult education processes and practices, are covered region by region. The problems and initiatives of the developing countries are given attention alongside those of advanced countries. The collection of articles assembled in this Handbook is unique in the range and depth of treatment given to the field of adult education. This volume will thus be of great interest to all engaged in educational activities for adults, in adult schools, community centres, institutions of higher education, as well as educationalists, planners, and decision-makers throughout the world who are involved in adult education at all levels.

Socio-Economic Linkages Of Industries: A Case Study Of Uranium Industry In East Sinhgbhum District Of Jharkhand

Socio-Economic Linkages Of Industries: A Case Study Of Uranium Industry In East Sinhgbhum District Of Jharkhand
Author: Dr. Nitesh Raj
Publisher: Sankalp Publication
Total Pages: 154
Release:
Genre: Education
ISBN: 9390720273

Uranium industry occupies a very important place in the socio-economic sphere of East Singhbhum District of Jharkhand ever since its inception in 1967 it has played an important role in influencing health, education, crime, employment, income, migration & displacement and environment of the people of surrounding area. The industry has situated at Jaduguda, which falls under Mushabani and Potka Block of East Singhbhum District of Jharkhand. The socio-economic life of the people residing in and around this area has influenced by this in Jaduguda. The findings are based on a comparison of data on variables like health, education, crime, employment, income, migration & displacement and environment prior to inception of the mines and the situation at present time. It has observed that there has been positive impact on education employment and income. However, the study also observed there are certain negative linkages also. The important one is being deterioration of the health of the people, environmental degradation, and increasing rate of crime, migration & displacement. This study provides a means of identifying and tracking indicators associated with community vitality in Jaduguda communities that relate to the uranium mining industry including approaches that assess community health (physical, mental/emotional, spiritual/cultural, and social), community quality of life, community sustainable development, and community wellness as such, it has undertaken a broad array of studies since its inception, guided by input from community members from Jaduguda. As such, the purpose of the study is to identify the socio-economic linkages both beneficial and otherwise that the modern uranium mining industry has had on Jaduguda, and its residents and communities.

Community Health Education Methods

Community Health Education Methods
Author: Robert J. Bensley
Publisher: Jones & Bartlett Learning
Total Pages: 444
Release: 2003
Genre: Health & Fitness
ISBN: 9780763718015

Community Health Education Methods: A Practical Guide is designed to assist you in effectively communicating messages and impacting norms and behaviors of individuals and communities. It is a book about the methods we use as health educators-the ways in which we tell a story and empower others to seek healthy lifestyles.