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The special papers provide a definition, delineate the scope, present a conceptual framework, and identify the method of inquiry and some techniques used for explaining the body of knowledge for each of six disciplines. The background papers to Project Social Studies are: 1) "Sociology" by Caroline Rose; 2) "The Study of Geography" by Fredrick R. Steinhauser; 3) "The Study of Anthropology" by Shirley Russell Holt; 4) "Political Science" by Frank Sorauf; 5) "The Many Meanings of History" by Robert F. Berkhofer; and, 6) "Some Thoughts on the Teaching of Economics" by Leonid Hurwicz. A number of pages may be illegible. (Author/SJM)

This paper was written in response to an article entitled "Defining the Social Studies: An Explanation of the Three Traditions" by James L. Barth and S. Samuel Shermis. The three positions portray social studies as citizenship transmission; as social science; and as reflective inquiry. These authors favor the latter position, defined as a process of decision making as to significant social problems perceived by students to be of considerable concern to them. An alternative position is proposed in this paper, namely, that the structure of economics should be an important organizing vehicle in the social studies and presents a case for a fourth tradition. The structure of a discipline should be defined as the interrelationships of its important concepts and the concepts of science as a tool for repetitive assistance to a reflective inquirer. Problems for inquiry must be selected and organized so as to lead to an understanding of such a structure. The paper concludes with a further detailing of the case for economics education, pointing out the essential nature of the need for more citizens to understand and apply economic concepts in individual, business, political, and societal matters. (Author/SJM)

THIS COLLECTION OF SIX POSITION PAPERS ON LATIN AMERICA WAS PREPARED BY UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS SPECIALISTS IN THE FIELD OF GEOGRAPHY, HISTORY, ECONOMICS, SOCIOLOGY, ANTHROPOLOGY, AND GOVERNMENT. EACH WAS ASKED TO WRITE A POSITION PAPER ON WHAT A HIGH SCHOOL GRADUATE, OR A REASONABLY LITERATE ADULT, OUGHT TO KNOW ABOUT LATIN AMERICA FROM THE STANDPOINT OF HIS FIELD. THEY WERE TO FOCUS ON THE BASIC IDEAS, THE KEY UNDERSTANDINGS, AND THE MAJOR GENERALIZATIONS. SUPPORTING DETAILS AND EXAMPLES WERE TO BE USED ONLY TO ILLUSTRATE THE LARGER IDEAS WITH NO INTENT OF PROVIDING AN EXHAUSTIVE TREATMENT. THE VIEWS EXPRESSED BY THESE EXPERTS AS TO WHAT IS IMPORTANT TO KNOW ABOUT LATIN AMERICA REPRESENT THEIR OWN PERSONAL JUDGMENTS. (TC)

The initial discussion focuses on the dilemma posed by the fact that inflation and unemployment cannot simultaneously be eliminated with the macro-economic policies alone. To opt for controlling inflation means a delay in dealing with an already serious poverty problem. Suggestions for dealing with the inflation-unemployment dilemma are classified into 2 groups: (1) those which seek to remove the causes; and (2) those which focus on the symptoms. This paper specifically addresses itself to the question of whether, in dealing with the symptoms via public employment programs, the dilemma is worsened. A simple derivation of the inflation-unemployment trade-off (known as the Phillips Curve) is presented. It is then used to analyze the potential effects of public employment on the trade-off. It is concluded that income guarantees do have inflationary costs; however, the authors do feel that, whenever possible, job vacancies should be filled via public employment programs. (TL)

This occasional paper excerpts student reaction to the social studies simulation "Economic Systems," developed by Academic Games Associates. Introductory remarks by the series editor emphasize the importance of a debriefing session to allow the relationship of simulation and learning objectives to be assimilated. In this case study, the game is used as a tool to reinforce economic concepts studies taught previously through reading assignments from "American Capitalism" by Laurence Leamer and Dorothy Thompson. The beginning level of the game, "Production, and Consumption," includes the three economic roles of worker, farmer, and manufacturer, for which the students divide into three, eight man groups and play for three class periods. The excerpted reactions, part of a fourth class period devoted to debriefing, cover the purpose of the games, what was learned, problems encountered, and recommendations for future use. The teacher feels that the game makes concepts concrete, fulfilling his objectives to develop an understanding of supply and demand, price determination, the interrelationship of different roles in society, and the effect of collective action. (JH)

A special document, published separately from the complete proceedings of the eleventh meeting of the Panel on Science and Technology, is justified because the papers presented discuss the impact of the rapid development of the computer and the revolution in communication technology upon our society. This impact is critically examined by 10 eminent educators, sociologists, and scientists from the United States and from foreign countries, as well as by the distinguished keynote speakers and the panel moderator. The content of these proceedings are of interest to the Congress, the American public, and scientific and academic communities worldwide. (NH)

THE SUBCOMMITTEE ON ECONOMIC PROGRESS HAS PLANNED A COMPENDIUM OF PAPERS TO PROVIDE AN ECONOMIC ANALYSIS OF FEDERAL PROGRAMS OF HUMAN RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT AND THEIR RELATIONSHIP TO PROGRAMS IN THE PRIVATE SECTOR. THIS OUTLINE FOLLOWS THE FIRST PHASE OF THE SUBCOMMITTEE'S INVESTIGATION, A SURVEY OF FEDERAL PROGRAMS REPORTED IN "FEDERAL PROGRAMS FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES." PART I OF THE COMPENDIUM WILL BE AS ASSESSMENT OF THE DEVELOPMENT OF HUMAN RESOURCES IN THE AMERICAN ECONOMY AND GOALS FOR 1975. PART II WILL BE AN EXAMINATION OF PROGRAMS OF EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND MATCHING JOBS AND PEOPLE, INCLUDING AN INVENTORY OF EDUCATION AND TRAINING NEEDS NOT BEING MET, DESIGN OF PROGRAMS FOR MEETING EDUCATIONAL TRAINING GOALS, AND EVALUATION OF THE ECONOMIC EFFORTS OF SUCH PROGRAMS. PART III IS CONCERNED WITH THE ECONOMICS OF INCOME MAINTENANCE AND FAMILY SUPPORT. PART IV WILL COVER THE ECONOMICS OF HEALTH CARE AND IMPROVEMENT PROGRAMS, SUCH AS CARE AND TREATMENT OF THE ILL, PREVENTION OF ILLNESS, MEDICAL RESEARCH, TRAINING OF MEDICAL MANPOWER, AND BUILDING MEDICAL FACILITIES. PART V WILL PRESENT THE ECONOMICS OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPROVEMENT AND THE RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN ECONOMIC GROWTH AND HUMAN ENVIRONMENT. THIS DOCUMENT, JOINT COMMITTEE PRINT 90TH CONGRESS, 1ST SESSION, IS ALSO AVAILABLE FROM THE U.S. GOVERNMENT PRINTING OFFICE, WASHINGTON, D.C. 20402. 14 PAGES. (AJ)

An introduction which explains the value of information centers in aiding the flow of knowledge in person to person communication of information is followed by references to print sources and information centers. Print sources, listed to show continuity in the "people-print-people" cycle, are offered on the subjects of education, public health and safety, business, labor, employment, economics, and government. In addition, the directories of the National Referral Center for Science and Technology which lead the search to other sources of information, are described. Information centers are listed according to the same subject areas as the above print sources, each reference containing a brief descriptive passage. (SP)

The "View now" link directs to the finding aid only. Please email wvrhcref@westvirginia.libanswers.com or call 304-293-3536 for more information about accessing collection A&M 0758 Joseph F. McNeely (b.1868) Papers, 1930-1955. There are typescripts containing some of the writings and articles of Mr. J. F. McNeely of Morgantown, W. Va. They are as follows: "Economic Facts You Should Know," and "From The Writings of J. F. McNeely."

T X SHE British government in April, I94I, issued a "White Paper" entitled An Analysis of the Sources of War Finance and an Estimate of the National Income and Expenditure in I938 and I940 (Cmd. 626i). "This paper contains two series of statistical estimates, the first prepared in the Treasury and designed to analyse the sources of war finance; and the second an estimate of the national income and expenditure in the calendar years I938 and I940, prepared in the Central Statistical Office and designed to measure in money terms the main elements in the nation's income, expenditure and savings and the net amount of funds available for government purposes from private sources." This document presents Treasury receipts from taxation, borrowing, and extraordinary sources for the first year and the first half of the second year of the war; an examination of categories of public borrowing, including an estimate of purchases of Treasury issues out of proceeds of assets sold abroad by the British and out of the net inflow of balances from abroad; and an estimate of the important sources of funds channeled into the market for Treasury issues. These are funds from overseas, tax accruals (not yet due), savings of local authorities and undistributed profits of companies, net current personal savings, and reinvestments of sums realized from certain domestic capital assets. The second part of this valuable document contains the best work yet made available on British national income, personal expenditures, expenditures of the government, net investment (and disinvestment), personal income, and the disposal of personal income-all restricted, however, to the calendar years I938 and I940. Economists should be grateful for this document, which