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First-Year Writing Gets a New Look
Drexel instructors create a program that combines experiential assignments with a hybrid format.
Are Museums Academic Units?
U. of Oregon faculty oppose the transfer of authority over art museum from the provost to the advancement office -- raising questions about a university museum's mission.
Few Policies on Plagiarism
Report on history journals finds that they confront complaints on an ad hoc basis -- without the benefit of standard procedures.
The Pendulum Swings on Accreditation
Regional agencies and college groups spar over Higher Education Act provision on learning outcomes. Does the rift open the door to increased federal role?
Improving Science Instruction -- in Iraq
As the only North American member of the Teacher Training Network for Iraq, U. of Alberta hosts Iraqi professors.
When It's OK to Copy
There are few circumstances in which it's legal to copy a DVD and screen it in its entirety to an...
Asking for Input -- Deliberately
Carnegie Mellon's "Campus Conversations" are premised on the idea of polling, not by phone, but after informed discussion and debate. The "deliberative polling" model is spreading.