ABSTRACT
Special role of PSME for a state in transition In Latvia as in many Central and East European countries the historically unprecedented transition from the so-called socialist system to a free and democratic society is taking place. Transition like this involves essential changes in the consciousness of the people-their views, systems of values, attitudes and relations. For this transition to proceed faster and more successfully a purposeful education of the members of society is necessary, beginning at school level. It requires a radical transformation of the education system, especially in the PSME field.
