We offer a comparative investigation of the compensation and benefits afforded to cooperating teachers (CTs) by teacher education programs (TEPs) in 1957-1958 and 2012-2013. This investigation replicates and extends a description of the compensation practices of 20 U.S. TEPs published by VanWinkle in 1959. Data for the present investigation came…

Documents and journal articles from the ERIC database on teacher educators are listed. Included are materials on characteristics, qualifications, professional recognition, attitudes of and toward teacher educators, faculty development, and computer literacy. (MT)

This paper argues that both the Holmes Group Report, "Tomorrow's Teachers," and responses to it overlook two major issues: (1) the ends to which the educational reform effort is directed, and (2) the definition of the term "profession" and its derivatives. (MT)

How society views teachers and teacher education is important because how a phenomenon is seen often influences the reality of that phenomenon. Professional status is important because of its effect on the quality and character of teaching and learning in schools. (MT)

This article is a response to "The Holmes Group Report: Impetus for Gaining Professional Status for Teachers" (Case, Lainner, and Miskel) It argues that Case and coauthors fail to prove that their concept of professionalism supports the major recommendations of the Holmes Group Report. (MT)

The best interests of children will be served if mainstreaming results in further professionalization of teachers rather than further bureaucratization of schools. (JD)

Two major themes permeate this examination of problems facing the teaching profession today: (1) unrestrained criticism of the teacher education process will result in the destruction of teaching as a profession; and (2) despite the drawbacks, teaching professionals have the desire and power to overcome problems through hard work and cooperation.…

The Holmes Group Report, "Tomorrow's Teachers," is discussed within the context of teaching as a recognized profession. Some of the goals of the Holmes Group Report are explained. (MT)

Discussed is a recent recommendation that the national accreditation process now applied solely to colleges and universities be expanded to include all institutions, agencies, and organizations involved in long-term cooperative programs to prepare or upgrade school personnel. (JD)

The time is right, it is argued, for the professionalization of teaching, with teachers controlling the certification process. Also recommended is a four-year degree followed by a one-year masters program and a one-year school-based internship. Implications of the professionalization of teaching are discussed. (MT)

The major arguments related to teacher preparation at the baccalaureate and postbaccalaureate levels are discussed. (MT)

Factors relating to teacher motivation and burnout include: (1) a chance for advancement; (2) a sense of achievement; (3) recognition for a job well done; and (4) responsibility for job performance. (JN)

The professional and career development of teachers is central to many educational reform theories and propositions. Career ladder proposals are examined in detail. Teacher leadership and empowerment are discussed as routes to enhance status of the profession. (JL)