Analyzes how the problems of freedom in educational policy in Spain have been affected by authoritarian and liberal governments during the twentieth century. Freedom of teaching, professional freedom, participatory government and student groups, participation of society at large, and freedom of language are examined. (SR)

Argues that the test of employer motivation in firings used by the Supreme Court in the case of Mount Healthy City School District Board v. Doyle and by the National Labor Relations Board in its Wright Line decision is inappropriate when an employer's alleged anti-union animus is involved. (Author/RW)

An overview of court rulings and legislation defining student rights. (Editor/SJL)

Discusses the damaging effects of "group libel", the use of language to subjugate groups of people, and the conflict these elements present with the First Amendment commitment to freedom of speech. (JMF)

The author warns that ultra-conservatism is growing in strength and sophistication as a political force. He cites literature from various right-wing groups attacking the public schools and suggests that educators must learn to cope with social stress and the political extremism it generates. (SJL)

As part-time faculty are employed in increasing numbers by institutions, questions of their legal status arise. In the areas of individual rights and freedoms of teachers, status in terms of tenure, promotion, contract renewal, and compensation (salary and benefits), all long-standing inequities in the treatment of part-time faculty, must be…

The current controversy over age-based mandatory retirement in academia is causing a review of tenure and salary policies. In this article, two alternative explanations for the institution of tenure are discussed. Five alternative policy responses available to university administrators are described and analyzed. (Author/SA)

Examines the status of high school press freedom five years after the publication of "Captive Voices" and evaluates changes that have occurred. Discusses adviser attitudes and problems, media concern for high school journalism, minority participation, and ways journalism educators can work to improve the situation. (GT)

Tells how an Austin, Texas, high school principal fought and won a battle to permit media students to videotape varsity athletic events. (GT)

The dismissal of six faculty members (all of whom had served beyond the seven-year maximum probationary period) are examined by AAUP's Committee A in terms of tenure, academic due process, adequacy of notice, and conditions for academic freedom. Wingate's president termed the action a decision not to renew one-year contracts. (AF)

Lists the 200 issues, controversies, and court cases involving the student press that were described by John C. Behrens in the Fall 1977 issue of this journal (see EJ 173 477), and categorizes them according to 16 topics, including censorship, funding, litigations, and publication guidelines. Provides ordering information for materials relating to…

Examines the effect of Nigerianization, the appointment of qualified Nigerians to higher and responsible posts both in government and educational sectors, on Nigerian Universities. (Author/RK)

The right to know is considered as an integral part of the system of freedom of expression, embodied in the first amendment and entitled to support by legislation or other affirmative government action. It is examined here in terms of direct government interference, regulation by affirmative action, and making information available from government…

Discusses interrelations between administrators and faculty and how academic freedom can be negatively impacted. Suggests that by cutting costs and overloading faculty, administrators are contributing indirectly to a dissatisfied student. Addresses the importance of having a very clear grievance process composed primarily of elected faculty…

Reviews the history of First Amendment rulings as they relate to speech codes and of other regulations directed at the content of speech. A case study, based on an experience at Trenton State College, details the legal constraints, principles, and practices that Student Affairs administrators should be aware of regarding such situations.…