As a first step in what we hope will be a continuing discussion, the Editorial Board has solicited responses to Edward Berman's essay from the three foundations he examines in detail. Each foundation was invited to respond briefly or, alternatively, to collaborate in submitting a joint response. African and other Third World educators are also being asked to respond to Professor Berman's essay and the foundations' responses, but these will appear in future issues. In publishing this discussion we hope to advance the cause which critics, foundations, and African leaders all claim to share, the best possible education for Africans. We trust that readers and future respondents will keep this goal in mind.

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