Defending the Nation : U.S. Policymaking to Create Scientists and Engineers from Sputnik to the 'War Against Terrorism'

Name: Defending the Nation
Brand: University Press of America
SKU: 9780761831563
Price: 14600 KES
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ISBN: 9780761831563

by Juan C. Lucena

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Format Hardback

ISBN-10 0761831568

ISBN-13 9780761831563

Publisher University Press of America

Imprint University Press of America

Country of Manufacture GB

Country of Publication GB

Publication Date Jul 25th, 2005

Print length 192 Pages

Weight 434 grams

Dimensions 23.50 x 16.10 x 1.70 cms

Product Classification: Central / national / federal government policies Central government policies Science: general issues

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Presents a cultural history of science and engineering (SandE) policymaking in the United States, from World War II to the post 9/11 era.

Defending the Nation is a cultural history of science and engineering (S&E) policymaking in the United States from World War II to the post 9/11 era. It examines aspects of S&E policy related to education and industry through both historical and future perspectives. Author Juan Lucena argues that powerful social factors and groups have significantly influenced the education and training of scientists and engineers. This book provides policymakers, scientists, engineers, and educators with a deeper knowledge on which to build their reform agendas for the future.

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