As an elementary teacher, what should you know about stress? How can you reduce its harmful effects? Looks at what stress is and considers three widely accepted methods of combating it. (Author/RK)

Academic freedom is a perennial issue in the public schools of America. As with most significant social issues, disagreements regarding the nature and extent of freedom appropriate in our society is reflected in our schools in various ways. Examines some of those conflicts with comments on John Dewey's convictions on academic freedom. (Author/RK)

A recent study found that kindergartens in Ohio have become skill-based, academically oriented programs that young children can fail. Children are not the only victims; many teachers, principals, and supervisors are experiencing stress resulting from the increasing emphasis on academics in kindergarten programs. Parental and societal aspirations…

Argues that teachers in America's school systems are not beneficiaries of "enhanced professionalism" but victims of processes which, in the name of reform, take away teachers' professional rights to make decisions about teaching. Describes the activities of groups of teacher-activists who are working to maintain the autonomy of teachers.…

After attaining a collective bargaining contract with New York City in 1960, the United Federation of Teachers worked successfully to improve salaries and working conditions. But in the aftermath of the 1975 fiscal crisis, the more equitable participation of teachers in policymaking has emerged as a clear goal. (KH)

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…

Reviews some of the major causes of burnout and presents some specific treatment suggestions that could assist authorities in working toward prevention of burnout in teachers. (FL)

Appraises developments at censured institutions for the year preceding February 15, 1974. Included are: Alabama State University, Texas A&M University, Amarillo College, Broward Community College, Indiana State University, Detroit Institute of Technology, University of Florida, Grambling College, Marshall University and 29 other institutions. (PG)

Describes the budget cut at Southern Illinois University, resulting in the firing of 104 faculty and staff members, and a class-action suit against 6 of the dismissed teachers. (Author/PG)

Arbitrary decisionmaking by governing boards effects teacher militancy. (Author/PB)

Reviews the case of Dr. David E. Green who was denied reappointment because of his actions following the assasination of Martin Luther King, Jr. (HS)