Cognitive, situational, legal, and attitudinal barriers to expanding the health care services offered by pharmacists are discussed. It is concluded that since pharmacists are the only health care professionals specializing in drugs and their proper use, the profession should maximize its contribution to society. (SF)

Faculty members at New Jersey's state colleges have begun working under a plan that provides salary increases for meritorious performance. Such merit compensation does not conflict with faculty promotion, nor is it intended to replace cost-of-living increases. However, it does replace government-style guaranteed automatic raises that encourage…

Discussed in this article are the respective shortcomings and advantages of tenure laws. A merit point system is suggested as an alternative whereby educators would be held accountable for what they do and at the same time would be afforded equitable job security. (Author/EB)

Reacting to the article by Okun and Pristo in the January issue on the subject of prominent contributors to the field of adult education, the author strongly objects to their use of judgments from college professors only, thereby neglecting a broader base of adult educators, and presents his own list. (MF)

This paper draws on the Carnegie Commission on Higher Education's survey of American college faculty, examining the extent to which graduates of higher-level institutions affect and are affected by lower-level institutions in which they find employment. Attention is given to roles performed, access to authority and rewards, and educational values.…

Discusses what teachers must do to gain the four most important characteristics of their profession: namely, "a defined body of knowledge beyond the grasp of laymen; control over licensing standards and/or entry requirements; autonomy in making decisions about selected spheres of work; and, high prestige and economic standing." (Author/JM)

Three aspects of professionalization associated with adult education are outlined: College and university graduate programs, the Federal and State supported programs in adult education, and professional organizations. (TA)

Attempts to determine the perceptions of the relationship between student teaching assignment and the professional work assignment as reported by college supervisors of elementary school student teachers in five large mid-western universities. Also evaluates selected characteristics of these supervisors. (Author/RK)

Explores the idea of a specially skilled professionalism among teachers of young children: to what extent has the ideal become reality? (Author/RK)

A survey of women vocational teachers in 482 randomly selected comprehensive high schools in the U.S. and its territories. Focus is on how they see themselves and how they are seen by their immediate administrative supervisors with regard to family responsibilities, professional aspirations, and advancement possibilities. (Editor/TA)

Observes that increasing numbers of overseas-trained professionals are seeking recognition of their qualifications in Australia. Asserts that only scant consideration has been given to recognizing and supporting skilled migrant early childhood professionals. Explores one type of program that attempts such recognition and makes key recommendations…

As an emerging profession, economic development has standards of professionalism that are not yet completely defined. Demands for recognition and expectations of greater accountability are leading to necessary improvements in training and performance. Requirements of the profession include unique interdisciplinary skills (leadership, theoretical,…

Uses Andrew Abbott's sociological analysis of the professionalization process and the legal term "jurisdiction" to explore the legitimacy of the teaching profession. Discusses professional jurisdiction, knowledge jurisdiction, and social jurisdiction. Offers recommendations for universities to gain jurisdiction and legitimacy in the education of…

The contribution of American teachers needs to be recognized and reaffirmed. A federally funded teacher enrichment program that offers fellowships, summer institutes, recruitment opportunities and scholarships for those working with at-risk students is suggested. (DG)