1. The Teaching Profession
Chapter 2
The Teaching Profession
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2. Characteristics of a Profession
Public Service
Defined Body of Knowledge
Specialized Training
Control over Licensing/Entry
Autonomy in Decision Making
Standards of Performance
Self-Government
Professional Organizations
Code of Ethics
Prestige and Pay
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3. Trends Toward Professionalism
Collective Bargaining
Professional Practice Boards
Mediated Entry
Staff Development
Merit Pay
School-Based Management
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4. NEA AFT 2.5 million members 1 million members
88% of members are teachers
Stronger in suburbs and rural areas
Views itself as a professional organization
Atmosphere is relatively formal
AFT
1 million members
50% of members are teachers
Stronger in cities
Views itself as a union affiliate
Atmosphere is relatively informal
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