Perceptions of the role and effectiveness of special interest groups within a professional organization

Jacob, W. James; Shiflett, K. Holly; Gaulee, Uttam; Klaver, Lila de; Lee, Che-Wei; Kamolpun, Somkiat; Okhidoi, Otgonjargal; Rattananuntapat, Malinee

doi:10.1080/19415257.2012.722560

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“…Professions are defined as a collection of self-selected, self-disciplined individuals (professionals) who share common identity and characteristics (Brock, Leblebici, & Muzio, 2014). By becoming members in professional organizations, a system is established for networking and learning from other members who have similar interests (Jacob et al, 2013).In addition, professional organizations provide a forum for releasing new content and methodological knowledge to members. Professionals involved in associations have a platform to share ideas and move the organization ahead.…”

Section: Professionalism and Professional Associationsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Business and Marketing Education Doctoral Students’ Perceptions of Their Profession

Kosloski¹,

Ritz²

2015

JEHD

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The future of the business and/or marketing education profession is dependent upon its future leadership. Many of those leaders are currently engaged in or have recently graduated from related doctoral programs. This study examined 22 doctoral students/recent graduates preparing for a career in business and/or marketing education and solicited their opinions on the future of their profession. Participants were surveyed and asked to identify what they believe to be true about future focus of instructional content, methods of teacher preparation, their commitment to their profession, and their opinions regarding the future of business and marketing education. Participants were in general agreement about future focus of instructional content and teacher preparation methods. While they tend to be committed to the profession, they had varying opinions of what that consists of; some will rely heavily on practitioner memberships, conferences, and publications, while others will focus more on those elements dedicated to scholarly endeavors.

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Section: Professionalism and Professional Associationsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Business and Marketing Education Doctoral Students’ Perceptions of Their Profession

Kosloski¹,

Ritz²

2015

JEHD

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“…Professional associations exist for the purpose of supporting and enhancing individuals and groups within their respective professions. However, although members of such associations are bound by a common profession in broad terms, individual members' professional roles may vary widely, posing a challenge for associations to serve all of their members in the same way (Berger, 2014;Jacob et al, 2013). Professional associations, regardless of individual differences among their members, work to unite individuals toward a common purpose and provide the members with a sense of belonging (Patterson & Pointer, 2007).…”

Section: Professionalism and Professional Associationsmentioning

confidence: 99%

“…For example, an effective professional organization nurtures a culture whereby information is evaluated and shared throughout the organization and the profession (ASAE & the Center for Association Leadership, 2006). They tend to foster a sense of community and provide opportunities for professional collaboration, both formally and informally (Jacob et al, 2013). This type of collaboration allows individuals to better internalize not only the nature of their respective fields, but also allows them to congregate with others who share similar specific interests within that field (Berger, 2014).…”

Section: Professionalism and Professional Associationsmentioning

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<p>Technology and Engineering Education Doctoral Students’ Perceptions of Their Profession</p>

Martin¹,

Ritz²,

Kosloski³

2014

JOTS

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The growth and vitality of both technology and engineering education professions rely on the quality of contributions of its new and emerging leaders. Many of these leaders are currently enrolled students in doctoral programs. These students will be challenged to assume leadership roles in which they are not currently engaged (Ehrenberg, Jakubson, Groen, So, & Price, 2007). Some students may choose to focus their careers in developing new curricula; some will become active in grant writing and grant procurement; some will choose to serve as officers in their professional organizations; and others will contribute to the body of literature in their discipline. Wherever these future leaders decide to focus their efforts, they will likely have an impact on their profession. This study reports on currently enrolled doctoral students’ perceptions related to the focus of content taught in formalized K-12 technology and engineering education programs, methods used to prepare future technology and engineering teachers, characteristics of their planned professional involvement, and future forecasting for their school subject. This is the second study by the authors focusing on doctoral students’ perceptions.

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The Impact of a SIG on Assessment Literacy

Davidson

Coombe²

2018

Second Language Learning and Teaching

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Perceptions of the role and effectiveness of special interest groups within a professional organization

Cited by 4 publications

References 9 publications

Business and Marketing Education Doctoral Students’ Perceptions of Their Profession

Business and Marketing Education Doctoral Students’ Perceptions of Their Profession

<p>Technology and Engineering Education Doctoral Students’ Perceptions of Their Profession</p>

The Impact of a SIG on Assessment Literacy

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