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A World Without Liberal Learning
Michael Roth considers what higher education would become if it consisted only of vocational training.
The Evolving Curriculum
"The Evolving Curriculum -- Measuring Effectiveness of Change" is a compilation of articles and essays on efforts to reshape what...
Fired Over a Beer Can?
Popular professor says he was fired by Charleston Southern U. over appearance of his image -- famous for his mustache and beard -- on a beer can used to raise money for women with ovarian cancer.
A 'Growth' Field
Some centers dedicated to teaching and learning have closed as a result of budget cuts. But the field is one of growth over all, experts say.
How For-Profits Lost Their Way
Wall Street riches led some proprietary colleges to pursue growth at all costs, and they're paying for it now. Ben Miller urges them to return to their roots.
Transparency vs. Censorship
FOIA requests regarding (another) U. of Virginia professor's research raise questions about email privacy and academic freedom yet again. And this time, the professor happens to be married to the university's president.
Why I'll Add a Trigger Warning
Angus Johnston thinks the concept is a worthy addition to a syllabus and promotes good teaching values.
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Trigger Warnings Are Flawed
Seven humanities professors offer 10 reasons that "trigger warnings" are counterproductive.