Presents reprint of article which first appeared in 1952 which has made lasting contribution to field of vocational guidance. Presents theory of occupational choice and discusses three basic elements of the theory: occupational choice is a process, the process is largely irreversible, and compromise is an essential aspect of every choice. (NB)

Examines pattern of changes in human service occupations, particularly those in which women predominate. Contends occupational trends of middle- and upper-class women may have far-reaching consequences for organized social service professions. Concludes that giving up the idea that women have primary responsibility for care and nurturance in…

Analyzes similarities of career choice and development theories to determine whether vocational research and counseling field are moving toward integrated theory. Concludes that commonality exists but that theory differences, which are useful for specific populations and purposes, remain. (Author/CM)

Presents Helen Astin's article on women's career choices and work behavior, and includes several responses to her essay. Discusses Astin's need-based work model, involving motivation, expectations, sex-role socialization, and structure of opportunity. Critiques of Astin's work center mainly on the structure of opportunity segment of the model. (BH)

Encourages new PhDs in analytical chemistry to carefully consider college teaching as a career choice by pointing out some assets and liabilities of the profession. Discusses academic freedom, salary ranges, job security, and potential rewards of teaching college students. (SK)

The proportion of Black lawyers to the total population is much too low. Without more Black lawyers, neither the legal profession nor the community can uphold constitutional principles. Primary and secondary school teachers are in the best position to motivate Black youths to consider law as a career option. (CMG)

A number of forces steer talented undergraduates away from the choice of teaching as a profession. Both liberal arts colleges and professional educators have helped their brightest students to view precollege teaching as a career that is legitimate only for those who can't aspire to more prosperous fields. (KH)

Proposes categories of teacher ability that make it possible to increase Soviet teacher salaries depending on the results of certification, seniority, and class size. Urges economic motivation as an incentive to attract better candidates to the teaching profession. Criticizes the present practice of awarding salary increases for length of service,…

Few U.S. youths particularly from minority groups, pursue careers in science or environmental health. This description of efforts to boost the number of black scientists considers why such initiatives may not work. Economic concerns and the low prestige of many college science programs contribute to minority disinterest in science. (SLD)

Presents articles on test anxiety, personality tests, history of tests and benefits to be derived from their use, tests as tools in career decision-making, temperament needs for certain jobs (as determined by personality tests), interest inventories, testing exceptional students, and testing to evaluate vocational needs of special needs groups.…

Reviews achievements of Asian Americans in higher education, the importance of family in the drive to succeed, attitudes toward education, Asian American predominance in technical fields, and some stereotypes about Asian Americans. Also discusses comparative studies of Asian and American newborns and Asian and American childrearing. (CMG)