Points out the disadvantages and limitations of grading all student writing. Offers alternative methods of giving students meaningful feedback about their writing. (RL)

Describes the results of a questionnaire survey of English department heads regarding teaching load and teaching conditions. (DD)

Urges language arts teachers to consider and follow the statements on teacher workload issued by the National Council of Teachers of English. Suggests ways in which individual teachers can improve their profession. (JT)

Argues that reform of teaching conditions will only come through teachers' initiatives and crusades. Offers ways English teachers can improve their working conditions, including (1) achieving consensus among their colleagues; (2) presenting a workload study to principals, personnel directors, and superintendents; (3) requesting additional…

Considers factors contributing to the increased dependence on textbooks by secondary and college English teachers, including increased teacher workloads, decreased funds, and expanded community pressures. (JT)

Author describes how, without hiring additional teachers, the teaching load was lowered, the language arts curriculum was completely changed, and students and teachers taught and took what they wanted, while teaching and taking what they should" (Author/SP)

Noting that English teachers are often overwhelmed by the time they must spend grading papers, claims there is a need to rethink teaching philosophy and suggests specific methods for teaching writing and grading papers based on sound research-based theory. (NH)

Elaborates on directing theater while teaching English. States that working in an unfamiliar field with different students, materials, and skills is difficult, and the opportunity to sacrifice time, energy, and personal life for low pay and a chance to flop are disadvantages. But the academic and personal rewards make the experience worthwhile.…

Describes the work of the National Council of Teachers of English Task Force on Class Size. Addresses the issue of class size by outlining the needs and rights of students (at all grade levels and in each classroom) that can only be granted when appropriate class size and teacher workload are granted. (SR)

Discusses problems new teachers have with the teaching profession, including the low salaries, the adversary relationship between teachers and administrators, overly large classes, and too few instructional materials. (EL)

Clarifies the roles and differences of teachers in a small rural district versus those in a tiny district. Amplifies the opportunities of staying in a tiny district. (JK)

Discusses the meaning of teacher excellence and offers some reasons why excellent teachers are in short supply. Suggests steps to improve teacher quality and performance. (RBW)