This article presents the annual report on the economic status of the profession. Although the results of this year's survey of full-time faculty compensation are marginally better than they have been the last two years, 2011-12 represents the continuation of a historic low period for faculty salaries. The overall average salary for full-time…

This is the latest in a series of polls sponsored by Phi Delta Kappa International with the Gallup organization. Some important findings of this year's poll include: About half of us believe teacher unions are hurting public education, but we're more likely to support teacher union leaders than governors in disputes over teacher collective…

Develops an organizational explanation of declining union membership, termed the "replenishment thesis." Reviews established theories of unionization and analyzes causes of the decline of union membership in the United States since World War II. Presents case study data on the United Furniture Workers's Union. (JDH)

Presents detailed tables depicting union membership and contract coverage based on Current Population Survey tapes for 1983-1988, classified by demographic characteristics, industry, occupation, and state and metropolitan area. Finds that membership and coverage decreased in the private sector but remained stable in the public sector over the five…

A table provides data on the collective bargaining status of various employee positions in school systems of various sizes. Figures are provided for teachers, principals, other administrators, school secretaries, building custodians, bus drivers, and teachers and principals in the same unit. (TE)

This paper provides evidence that confirms the results of previous studies that teacher unionism produced relatively small wage gains during the early 1970s, but it also shows that union gains increased substantially in the late 1970s. (Author/CT)

The author discusses labor contracts subject to renegotiation during 1989. These contracts cover 36 percent of the workers under all major agreements in the United States. Issues that will affect collective bargaining, including the economy and negotiation trends, are discussed. The author provides information on bargaining in key industries. (CH)

A substantial portion of workers had their wages frozen or reduced; and specified increases were the smallest since the bargaining series began in 1968, reflecting both management's desire to hold down labor costs and workers' concern over job security. Charts and tables illustrating the wage adjustments are included. (Author/CT)

Presents data from a salary survey of 26 positions in the college unions and student activities profession. Average salaries rose 3 percent from last year, the smallest increase in a decade. Includes several data tables. (EV)

Although wages and salaries have risen faster for nonunion workers than for union workers in recent years, three Bureau of Labor Statistics series suggest that the union edge persists. Estimates of its magnitude depend on the data analyzed. (Author)

Using a sample of 254 San Francisco Bay Area establishments, this study examines determinants of organizational hiring selectivity, including use of educational credentials, tests, and screening devices for both white and blue collar workers. Apparently, hiring standards reflect organizations' skill requirements and group preferences for these…

A table that lists institutions where faculty members were represented by certified collective-bargaining agents in 1988, and thus were entitled to bargaining rights, is presented. The figures were compiled by the National Center for the Study of Collective Bargaining in Higher Education and the Professions. (MLW)

Presents a summary of findings from the spring 1984 Gallup Poll of Teacher's Attitudes. (MD)

This paper presents data showing that unions have a very substantial effect on the wages of young union workers, particularly young Blacks, but that they also have a negative effect on the wages of young Blacks who are not unionized. (Author/CT)

This review of collective bargaining developments in key industries concludes that escalating health insurance premiums are likely to be a common thread in the fabric of this year's bargaining. (JOW)