Filter & Sort
'University Ethics'
Author discusses new book in which he argues that institutions can hold themselves to higher levels of accountability and inclusivity.
Lingua Franca for Credentials
Lumina Foundation creates a group to develop a framework and common language for the growing number of credentials, which range from degrees to alternative forms like badges and industry certifications.
Going Off List
Should faculty members be concerned if administrators check references who were not supplied by job candidates?
Evolving Learning for the New Digital Era
“Evolving Learning for the New Digital Era” is the latest in our series of print-on-demand booklets. Articles focus on changing...
Flawed Evaluations
AAUP survey finds declining response rates on student reviews of professors, too many colleges that do little beyond student reviews, and concerns about bias against women, minorities and adjuncts. But association panel wants to improve system, not end it.
Opinion
Thenceforward and Forever Free
It's the most important American political document scarcely anyone remembers a word of. Scott McLemee reports on a new book putting the Emancipation Proclamation in context.
Change in Tone
With faculty members saying she hasn't done enough to fight legislative attack on tenure, UW-Madison Chancellor Rebecca Blank reaffirms her commitment to academic freedom. But with many questions still unanswered, will her words be enough to prevent a flight of talent?
Opinion
Fear? Not Really
Despite what you may read elsewhere, white, liberal faculty members are not terrified of their liberal students, writes Charles Green. But that doesn't mean they don't need to think about teaching in diverse classrooms.