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Texas Governor Sets Off Controversy on A
Texas Gov. Rick Perry has already been accused of meddling with the leadership at Texas A&M University, his alma mater...
British Profs Debate Giving Credit for Showing Up
British academics are debating the practice of awarding points toward students' grades just for showing up, The Times Higher reported...
New Player in Course Management Software
It's Learning, which has many university clients in Europe, looks to grab a share of the U.S. market by stressing ease of use, individual learning plans.
(Not) Crossing the Finish Line
New book finds large gaps in graduation rates at flagship universities, raising questions about how rates are measured, standardized tests, "mismatch" critique of affirmative action, community colleges, and more.
Reaching Students, Setting Limits
At political science meeting, professors share ideas about making their classrooms more engaging, and the tradeoffs involved.
Unexpected Audience
Freshmen at Brown had no idea that anyone other than their academic advisers would be reading what they wrote, but their letters were being evaluated by writing instructors.
Protests at Wyoming Over Naming Center for Cheney
The University of Wyoming is facing protests over its decision to name a center for international students after Dick Cheney...