Defending the Nation
Download or Read eBook Defending the Nation PDF written by Juan C. Lucena and published by University Press of America. This book was released on 2005 with total page 196 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle.
| Author | : Juan C. Lucena |
| Publisher | : University Press of America |
| Total Pages | : 196 |
| Release | : 2005 |
| ISBN-10 | : 0761831568 |
| ISBN-13 | : 9780761831563 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (68 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Defending the Nation by : Juan C. Lucena
Book excerpt: 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.
