Caputo and Cianni's study of women's training patterns by race, 1970-91, found that as the cohort matured, cumulative intensity of training accounted for a marginal variance in income. Adams critiques their model in terms of the effects of early childbearing and marriage on income. (SK)

Analysis of psychological contract variables (affective and continuance commitment, intention to quit, well-being, job satisfaction, organizational citizenship behavior)was conducted on two samples: 1,608 banking employees (71% part time) and 366 supermarket employees (65% part time). Part- and full-time workers had different attitudes; fulfilment…

Tests hypotheses shaped by family stress and resource theories about the impact of household economic indicators on the risk of violence against women in intimate relationships. Measures of employment status, job conditions, and economic well-being for male and female partners are examined with logistic regression analyses as predictors of the…

Using data from 1954-86, including the 1980s period of relative decline in the value of the minimum wage, a study found that a 10 percent increase in minimum wage reduced teen unemployment by less than 1 percent. In addition, no apparent effect on employment of adults aged 20-24 was found, and minimal differences appeared for sex and race. (SK)

A three-dimensional curriculum model for business education shows how instructors and students can shape instruction to fit individual needs while meeting the needs of a changing society. The model relates business functions to industry settings and levels of employment. (JOW)

Uses management level, age, experience, education, salary, organization type, and organization size to assess the status and roles of minorities working in the public relations industry. Suggests that although the majority of minority practitioners perceive themselves in middle level management positions, their salaries are not comparable to that…

Examined relationship of family life satisfaction to division of household work between men and women among married Black adults. Found women almost twice as likely as men to feel overworked by household work; people who felt overworked had lower levels of family life satisfaction. Found interactions among family life satisfaction, division of…

Census data from 1940-80 illustrate that African-American women's increased relative wages resulted from entry into occupations in which they were previously unrepresented. Their increased wages and occupational status are largely a result of decreases in racial discrimination by occupation and industry, although in the South discrimination had…

According to survey responses from 272 of 843 nurses, full timers demonstrated higher commitment. Nurses who received preferred schedule and shift had significantly more favorable attitudes. Getting one's preferences for full- or part-time work had virtually no effect on work attitudes. (SK)

Investigated differences between relationship between elderly occupational status and modernization for men and women. Economic development was associated with relative losses of elderly men in professional and technical occupations. Found even stronger association between development and such losses for women. In accounting for differences,…

Analysis of a cross-sectional sample of 11,597 Spanish workers found that overeducated (underemployed) workers have less experience, decreased on-the-job training, and higher turnover. Although job match improved with age and mobility, this effect leveled off after age 35. (SK)

Analysis of British national data sets shows that, although women's representation in the sciences increased, occupational outcomes differ for men and women. Women are much more likely to be underemployed and are overrepresented in teaching. Labor-market policies, as well as education policies, need attention. (Author/JOW)

A study of women who went off welfare between 1997 and 1998 (n=753, 693) showed that those with the most work involvement over the year had higher levels of financial and subjective well-being. Regardless of work involvement, substantial numbers reported serious economic difficulties and financial strain. Many still needed income supplements and…

Analysis of data from 1,067 9- to 12-year olds indicated that the most important determinants of children's reading and math achievement are their personal characteristics (such as gender, race, birth weight, number of siblings) and maternal cognitive ability. Parental work does not have a strong direct effect on achievement. (SK)

Of 38 recent graduates in agricultural communication, 67.7% were employed in the field. The majority were satisfied with their jobs. Their perceptions of promotion opportunities and satisfaction with their work were positively correlated with their evaluation of the effectiveness of their educational preparation. (Contains 29 references.) (SK)