States that Japanese teachers both "feel and act like professionals." Discusses the Japanese educational system and concludes that one reason for its excellence lies in the professionalism of its teachers who attend workshops, write articles, have a global consciousness, and generally perform better than those who see themselves merely…

Discusses the necessity of journalism leaders and educators fighting the group-think morality movement. Suggests that courses in both applied ethics and ethical theory should be offered to graduate and undergraduate journalism students. (JK)

A central period in the history of social work education is reviewed. It is concluded that professional status, so actively sought, was undermined significantly by not incorporating the baccalaureate degree into the original concept of professional education in social work. (Author/MH)

Argues that changes in profession of librarianship reflect general changes in knowledge and work that are due to differentiation and structuralization of the subject disciplines. Introduction of automation, provision of information services that define user in terms of abstract categories, and orientation in school librarianship are highlighted.…

Six large academic libraries which belong and contribute cataloging to national online networks were studied. Interviews with catalogers, library administrators, and network quality control personnel showed that nationwide evaluation of catalogers' records creates enhanced status and influence for cataloging peer groups and provides opportunities…

The author discusses features that define a profession, barriers to high status for nurses, nursing as a traditionally female occupation, and nurses' responsibility to advance nursing as a profession. (CT)

Considers the salaries, status, and working conditions of child care employees. Wages in the field are low and fringe benefits are rare. Workers' frustrations with compensation and lack of opportunity for advancement are balanced by their strong satisfaction working with young children and their parents. (Author/LHW)

Reflects on the positive merits of the educational specialty board concept discussed by Myron Lieberman (EA 519 376) and urges further development of the concept, but also argues that Lieberman's proposal has little relation to merit pay and that the merit pay connection should be dropped. (PGD)

Poses an extended list of practical questions left unanswered by Myron Lieberman in his proposal (EA 519 376) for the creation of educational specialty boards to recognize outstanding teachers. (PGD)

A self-nomination process is the key to a merit program in a Nebraska school system. An incentive award is distributed equally among teacher candidates who meet defined criteria in the areas of (1) student achievement, (2) candidate cooperation, (3) improving the profession, and (4) commitment to professional growth. (MLF)

Reports testimony given before the Illinois House Labor and Commerce Committee concerning employment, wages, benefits, and conditions that affect the quality of child care and the status of child care institutions as employers of women. (RH)

Presents two articles which provide elementary school counselors with ideas to enhance their role and profession while coping with shrinking program resources or staffing patterns. Describes a comprehensive model incorporating context, input, process, and product aspects of accountability which can be used to fight reduction in force efforts. (JAC)

Thirteen elementary school projects selected by the jury are featured in this section of the special issue. Descriptions are accompanied by photographs or drawings and some floor plans. (MLF)

Fourteen secondary school projects selected by the jury are featured in this section of the special issue. Descriptions are accompanied by photographs or drawings and some floor plans. (MLF)

Featured in this section of the special issue are 37 postsecondary projects selected by the jury. Descriptions, photographs or drawings, and some floor plans are included. (MLF)