From 1978-79 incidence of long hours among full-time wage and salary workers dropped for the first time since the 1974-75 recession. Of those who worked long hours, about 43% received premium pay (time and one-half the regular wage for hours worked in excess of forty per week). Employers used overtime hours to cope with disequilibrium phenomena…

Findings of three reports on the potential impact of age 70 mandatory retirement legislation on the arts and sciences faculties of institutions belonging to the Consortium on Financing Higher Education (COFHE) are summarized. In a report by J. Russell Southworth et al., faculty flow (departures, new appointments, appointments to tenure, etc.) is…

An ERIC search was conducted to determine what studies have been completed comparing the quality of part-time faculty with that of full-time teachers. The search found no comparative studies, but it did reveal that evaluations of part-time teachers are often subjective and provide inconclusive findings. Although some studies point to the higher…

DERIVED FROM AN ANALYSIS OF FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS AND ASSIGNED RESPONSIBILITIES, A NEW ORGANIZATIONAL SYSTEM RELYING UPON MANAGERIAL CAPABILITIES AND CAPACITY FOR CHANGE IS PROPOSED BY A TEAM OF PROFESSIONAL CONSULTANTS TO COPE SUCCESSFULLY WITH PROBLEMS AND STRESSES CONFRONTING THE CALIFORNIA STATE SYSTEM OF EDUCATIONAL ADMINISTRATION. SEVEN…

A VERBATIM REPORTING OF PRESENTATIONS MADE AT THE 53D ANNUAL MEETING OF THE ASSOCIATION OF SCHOOL BUSINESS OFFICIALS OF THE UNITED STATES AND CANADA, HELD IN MIAMI BEACH, FLORIDA, OCTOBER 14-19, 1967, INCLUDES THE KEYNOTE ADDRESS BY THE HONORABLE BARRY G. LOWES, CHAIRMAN OF THE METROPOLITAN TORONTO BOARD OF EDUCATION, ON PURPOSES, PROBLEMS, AND…

This study examines the effectiveness of specific attempts to remedy employment discrimination against minorities through litagation and contract compliance efforts. Further, its objective is to identify factors underlying the effectiveness or lack of effectiveness of court decisions and out-of-court settlements in producing changes in minority…

The 1972 edition of the Michigan State University faculty handbook details the history and organization of the institution; academic personnel policies including equal opportunity, appointments, tenure, academic freedom, salaries, leaves, benefits, retirement, research, and political activities; instructional information regarding academic…

The publication, intended primarily as a textbook for an introductory course in medical technology, also contains information useful to high school and junior college guidance counselors and of interest to medical technologists as a reference on the historical background of the profession. The book first defines medical technology and then…

This book should be of specific interest to American sponsored overseas schools (ASOS) superintendents and board members, but it is also useful for others who are interested in or responsible for school policy. This group includes parents, students, school committees and groups, teachers, and other school personnel. The book does not attempt to…

The responsibilities of and opportunities for faculty at East Texas State University are presented in the 1972 faculty handbook. Information covers: (1) the university's history; (2) organization and administration; (3) faculty senate constitution; (4) faculty student relations; (5) facilities and services; and (6) events, organizations, and…

The 1972 edition of Cornell University's faculty handbook details the organization of the university faculty; the administration organization and responsibilities; procedures for faculty appointments, promotions, tenure, dismissal, and retirement; faculty and administrative policies regarding faculty-student relationships; and campus facilities…

The July 1975 edition of this handbook is divided into main sections on the university itself, governance and policies, and current procedures. Specific policies described include those dealing with the organization and function of the Board of Trustees; administrative organization and function; faculty organization and function; faculty rights,…

The 1975-76 edition of the handbook consists of five major sections: the college; academic policies, procedures and services; personnel policies and practices; college policies and practices; and campus facilities and services. Specific items described include: college organization and administrative roles; academic standards and services; faculty…

The 1975 edition of the faculty handbook is divided into major sections covering administrative structure, faculty-administration relationships, faculty compensation and fringe benefits, faculty services, faculty-student responsibilities and relationships, and summer school employment. The university administration is described with regard to the…

Minority group participation in graduate education was examined with the hope that such a study would assist in policy formulation, program planning, and specific actions designed to reduce barriers confronting minority group members and to develop a hospitable academic environment to encourage success of those enrolled. Major chapters are offered…