The author reviews literature on teacher surplus since 1968 and projects that by 1985 there will be a teacher surplus of 800,000. He suggests there are advantages to such surplus but concludes that prospective teachers should analyze their choice carefully, and experienced teachers may face new tensions and trials. (KC)

Discusses the changes in the aims of education over the years and points to the importance of planning and implementing changing goals if they are to result in appropriate improvements in education. (JOW)

The author examines the role of teacher education programs and state certification agencies in determining who is academically and emotionally qualified to teach. He discusses some changes in education and certification practices which could improve the quality of teachers entering the profession. (Author/SJL)

Although textbooks summarize large quantities of data and have some advantages, they may discourage conceptual thinking, critical analysis, and evaluation. Comprehendability and its elements (coherence, sequence, match, transition, and self-monitoring) should be major criteria for textbook adoption. (SK)