professional organization
... org* (2) Membership ”The Society is a multidisciplinary, not-for-profit, professional association with a membership of approximately 5,500 researchers, practitioners, and human development professionals from over 50 countries.” This appears to be a more professional organization and my perception is that unless one is already in the field, the public would have very little use or understanding of the organization. There is nothing actually cited as to the public perception of the organization. ... (4) Special services to undergraduate or graduate students There are opportunities for fellowships, conferences, and access to journal entries for students who are members of the organization. ... (6) Benefits and Disadvantages (+) this is a professional organization which appears to be well run, and highly respected in the field of child development research. ... (-) very expensive organization to belong to and not very practical for teachers and those not in the field of research (7) Worthwhile? ... After researching this organization, I do not feel that I will be joining this organization as it will benefit me very little in education. ... I can probably access this research other means than through this organization’s journals