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Arguing Against Free-Market Plagiarism Prevention
Economist's surveys suggest that profession's laissez faire system of fighting scholarly cheating fails if breaches don't get reported or punished.
Rescue Mission or Hostile Takeover?
Deal rescues Myers U., and leads to ouster of president who spent a day in jail as agreement was worked out.
Creationist College Advances in Texas
Advisory council urges approval for institute to offer online master's degrees for teachers. Will state commission go along? Will recent court decision give it any choice?
Next Round of Accreditation Agitation
As federal advisory panel prepares to review new crop of quality assurance agencies, a few signs suggest it may back down -- while others portend that U.S. pressure will intensify.
The Race to Show Solidarity
Uproar over two Penn State students dressed as Virginia Tech shooting victims leads to public displays of remorse -- and an unusual request from the administration.
The Educational Payoff of Paying an AP Bonus
Study finds that giving a financial incentive to disadvantaged students who pass Advanced Placement courses -- and to their teachers -- has a range of positive impacts.