Innovation

College isn’t the only path to human flourishing. Individuals’ postsecondary choices should be aligned with individual academic preparation, talents, and preferences, and education providers should be able to experiment with new methods and models. The following articles highlight new programs, identify barriers, and suggest policies that encourage innovation.

Seeking A New Model for Public Higher Education

Mar 20, 2009 · Jane S. Shaw

Tennessee is making a serious attempt to craft an opportunity out of economic hardship.

Term Limits for Tenure

Mar 17, 2009 · George Leef

Some professors say it causes inefficiencies, inhibits innovations, and stifles the very freedom of expression it was supposed to defend.

The North Carolina “No Child Left To Determine His or Her Own Future” Act

Mar 15, 2009 · Jay Schalin

Attempts to raise the age of compulsory school attendance will result in a loss of freedom and will prove ineffective.

Capped—and Gowned—CEOs

Mar 9, 2009 · Clarence Deitsch and T. Norman Van Cott

Now, what about that limit on $500,000 salaries at tax-supported institutions?

The Unscientific “More-Women-in-Science” Movement

Feb 19, 2009 · Jay Schalin

Biology, psychology, logic and economics get short shrift when feminists in academia seek numerical parity.

Looking Back on 2008

Dec 31, 2008 · Jane S. Shaw

The Pope Center took five major steps to improve higher education.

Specialization Comes to Campus

Dec 4, 2008 · Jay Schalin

Economic necessities might force the college faculty to undergo dramatic changes.

A College Returns to Teaching

Dec 3, 2008 · George Leef

Lindenwood University dean tells how the school escaped ruin, offering a model for success

Engaging Slackers

Nov 28, 2008 · Jay Schalin

Participants in a Pope Center conference discussed how to focus the attention of disengaged students on learning.

College Sports: Foul Ball or Fair Play?

Nov 21, 2008 · Jay Schalin

Discussion at a Pope Center conference focused on the potential for reforming college athletics.

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