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Daily Archives: July 8, 2003

The star system in academia — and its consequences

Posted on July 8, 2003 by Administrator

The star system in academia — and its consequences

You thought the transfer market for top footballers was outrageous? Well, think again. It’s even more cut-throat in US academia. Fascinating, detailed account of the mayhem caused when too much private money goes chasing too few academic stars. Thanks to Arts and Letters Daily.

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A Beginner’s Guide to Textbook Writing

Posted on July 8, 2003 by Administrator

A Beginner’s Guide to Textbook Writing

Lovely, cynical piece by Garrett Bauman (whose textbook is now into its fifth edition).

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