Technology transfer is a complex process. It is a process which means many things to many people, a process which takes place within one country as well as between others, and between developed countries as well as between developed and developing countries. This paper examines the process of technology transfer, with reference to the channel of international education. Issues addressed include the concept of technology transfer, classification of technology, and channels through which technology is transferred. A new definition of technology transfer is introduced by the authors. The paper focuses on the channel of international education used by developing countries. Various criticisms are noted regarding the appropriateness of educational programmes, and recommendations are proposed for sending countries.
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