This article discusses the efforts of professional societies to reduce frivolous liability claims through better procedures, support, legislation, and seminars. (CS)

The second part of a two-part series on rural women in Appalachia, this article presents the life stories of a rural teacher and leader, the President of the Council on Appalachian Women, and a college student. (JC)

This article describes a theoretical underpinning for interprofessional practice and education in which aspects of the social and cultural context are reflected and adopted. Some potentially salutary effects of a nationwide effort to strengthen interprofessional practice are identified. (MT)

The 10 Lake Placid Conferences on home economics (1889-1908) are reviewed in terms of their role in the formation of the home economics field. From historical perspectives on the purpose of home economics, the concept structure of knowledge in the field, and modes of inquiry are drawn implications for the future. (SK)

Administrators and education agencies are addressing the shortage of qualified school business officials in the face of growing demands for accountability and the increased complexity and budgetary reponsibilities involved in school administration. This article explores professional characteristics, school business officials' current roles, and…

An overview of vocational assessment cites problems such as using "trait" oriented approaches rather than more specific "real-work" task techniques for visually impaired and blind employment candidates. However, with more properly aligned technology geared to the particular needs of handicapped persons, recent trends are emerging, and suggestions…

Social, economic, and political trends are undermining claims to autonomy and monopoly by previously well-entrenched groups such as the legal profession in America. These trends include changes in the knowledge base, shifts in composition patterns, consumerism, and encroachment from allied professions. (Author/SSH)

Describes the historical and social events which accompanied the rise of the agricultural advisor in France. (Text is in French.) (AM)

The process of professional emergence is one of maturing, establishing an independent identity, and eventually going its own way. Professional recognition, organizational competencies, leadership, and professional competencies must be developed in establishing the identity of the human resource development profession. (SC)

Although the educational audiologist is a newcomer to the educational enviroment of hearing impaired children, he provides such essential services as adapting or modifying audiological tests and techniques traditionally used in clincial settings, thus more adequately defining and supplying acoustic needs. (Author/MC)

An in-depth review of the factors that contributed to the job crisis for library personnel at San Diego State College in July 1970. (MF)