First published in 1981, this book examines the concept of professionalism in the context of the development of organized teachers. The argument is presented that the concept of professionalism is a complex one and its different meanings must be located within a historical context.

Introduction

Part One

1. Organized Teachers, A Review of the Literature

2. Teachers and class

Part Two

3. Teachers and White Collar Unionism

4. Proletarianization

Conclusions

Index