This viewpoint paper considers the relationships between conferences and activism by examining the events surrounding the "World's Oldest Oppression," a conference held in Melbourne, Australia in 2016. This conference attracted swift protest action from local sex workers, much of which was executed online. Drawing from the documentation…

This commentary argues that the OET research raises inescapable contradictions in trying to separate "language" from "communication" within a weak performance test and advocates for reconceptualizing the legitimate domain of "language" more widely, reclaiming the full potential of the communicative competence…

This paper reflects on the results of a job satisfaction study of small-scale fishers in the Dominican Republic. The survey results suggest that, although fishers are generally satisfied with their occupations, they also have serious concerns. These concerns include anxieties about the level of earnings, the condition of marine resources and the…

This paper challenges the prevailing conventional wisdom in the UK that the government is the sole architect of the education and training (E&T) system and that qualifications are the magic bullet for securing employment in the creative and cultural sector. It also argues that if policy-makers are serious about wanting to diversify the…

This paper presents a conceptual analysis of the nature of teaching and similar practices (including law, psychiatry, and social work), and examines how these differ from other practices. Chapter I defines practice; discusses common elements of practices (such as skills, knowledge and outputs); and describes teaching as an indeterminate practice…

Notes Kromboltz's suggestion that occupationism--discrimination against individuals based solely on their occupations--be equated with other social ills such as racism, sexism, ageism, and religious prejudice. In contrast to this view, argues that there exist both desirable and undesirable forms of occupational discrimination. Urges psychologists…

Responds to previous article by Carson on occupationism, or discrimination against individuals based solely on their occupations, in which Carson reacted to author's view that occupationism be equated with such social ills as racism, sexism, ageism, and religious prejudice. Focuses on responding to Carson's suggestion that occupationism may at…

Since the 1940s, public officials at the local, state and federal levels have used student loan forgiveness programs to attract individuals to critically needed occupations and underserved communities. In exchange for a work commitment, the loan program forgives (or repays) an amount of the employee's student loan. Traditionally, these programs…

The second part of a two-part series on careers in the space program discusses the academic credentials and experience required for various career paths within the space industry. NASA-sponsored cooperative training and research programs for undergraduate and graduate students are listed and discussed. (TE)

Suggests that careless use of technical terms has resulted in misunderstandings and less precise communication. Defines position, job, occupation, career, and vocation, providing illustrations of each, to help professionals communicate more effectively with their clients and with each other. (JAC)

The future holds in store a multitude of exciting new occupations, from treasure hunting to moon mining. Discussed are future careers in many areas, including the information industry, ocean industry, robotics, health, energy, and small business. Future occupational titles are listed and 54 ways to get a job are discussed. (RM)

New data from the Current Population Survey were used to reclassify occupations by level of education and training required. The following categories resulted: first professional degree; doctorate; master's; work experience plus bachelor's; associate's degree; postsecondary vocational training; work experience; and short-term, moderate, or…

Discusses the renaissance of occupation in occupational therapy and occupational science. Suggests that postmodern ideas and social practices have helped create a societal context in which a renaissance of occupation is welcome. Considers what such a renaissance means for occupational therapists and occupational scientists in the 21st century.…

Information is essential to the functioning of society, and there are many exciting opportunities for information professionals in the future. These professionals must be prepared to meet the need for excellence in their field. Information professionals generally fall within one of two categories: those who support the creation and preparation of…

Suggests that vocation needs to be considered as an expression of a self-other relationship in which there is reciprocity between the self and others. Considers this relationship from an ecological perspective and reviews implications for counselors. (JAC)