Defending the Nation : U.S. Policymaking to Create Scientists and Engineers from Sputnik to the 'War Against Terrorism'
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Format
Paperback / Softback
ISBN-10
0761831576
ISBN-13
9780761831570
Publisher
University Press of America
Imprint
University Press of America
Country of Manufacture
GB
Country of Publication
GB
Publication Date
Jul 7th, 2005
Print length
192 Pages
Weight
295 grams
Dimensions
22.80 x 16.90 x 1.50 cms
Product Classification:
Central government policiesScience: 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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