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A People's History of Higher Education in the US?

Higher Education Inquirer

The History of Higher Education in the US over the last 4 centuries is worse than horrible--from a People's perspective. To make history, it's helpful to know history. Higher education in the United States has always reflected and reinforced larger (sick) society and its ills. In many cases it has been horrifying.

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From Classrooms to Ballots: Unpacking the Significance of School Boards in the 2024 Elections

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Across states like South Carolina to Florida , local school boards are actively involved in banning books, removing school leaders committed to equity, and imposing limitations on classroom teachers, preventing them from teaching an accurate and honest portrayal of the United States' history.

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The Resilient Voice of Justice: The Role of the Black Church in Response to the Affirmative Action Ruling

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

Through sermons, community forums, and educational programs, it emphasizes the importance of leveling the playing field for all, ensuring that opportunities are not denied because of one's racial background. The Black Church has a rich history of community mobilization. Dr. Antonio L.

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Report: 'Educational Intimidation Bills' Result in Fear and Educator Self-Censorship

Diverse: Issues in Higher Education

These “educational intimidation bills” (EIBs) function not through blatant censorship but through fear, supervision, pressure, and the supporting of opposition, all of which lead to self-censorship, the authors of the report wrote. EIBs come in various forms and many share similar strategies.

Education 121
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What is Curriculum Development? Understanding the Fundamentals

Creatrix Campus

It ensures that the curriculum can be modified or adjusted based on feedback, emerging research, or changes in educational policies. Continuous Improvement - Curriculum development facilitates ongoing evaluation and improvement of educational programs. Contact our team of experts now.

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Where should freedom of speech responsibilities in higher education lie?

SRHE

Stock told the Guardian that the academics had created ‘an atmosphere in which the students then become much more extreme and much more empowered to do what they did’. SRHE member GR Evans is Emeritus Professor of Medieval Theology and Intellectual History in the University of Cambridge.