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Everything you wanted to know about academic freedom but were afraid to ask
"Academic freedom" is a term that holds much appeal and is defended vigorously by individuals of all opinions and ideological stripes. However, many people do not have a clear understanding of what academic freedom is, what it requires, and the obligations it entails for both faculty and institutions. But thankfully, our friends at the Pope Center have a new publication from Donald Downs entitled Academic Freedom: What It Is, What It Isn't, and How to Tell the Difference. Downs, a professor of political science, law, and journalism at the University of Wisconsin-Madison, traces the historical and legal origins of academic freedom, and outlines ways to navigate the tricky balance between individual freedom and academic responsibilities. Anyone wishing to gain a greater understanding of the meaning and implications of academic freedom should read Downs' highly informative piece.
Posted by Sandra E. Czelusniak on May 05, 2009 at May 5, 2009 02:34 PM
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