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Focusing on the evolution of research across various disciplines, this book critiques the modern university's priorities and agendas over the past century. It highlights how, despite its financial success and influence, the institution has strayed from its core mission, leading to a decline in its overall value. Through a comprehensive survey of literature, history, sociology, and economics, the author advocates for a reevaluation of the university's role in society.
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The Humanities, the Social Sciences and the University, Harry Redner
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- Released
- 2024
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- Title
- The Humanities, the Social Sciences and the University
- Subtitle
- A Study in Knowledge Production
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Harry Redner
- Publisher
- Taylor & Francis Ltd
- Released
- 2024
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 210
- ISBN13
- 9781032410050
- Category
- Social sciences, History, Other textbooks, Pedagogy
- Description
- Focusing on the evolution of research across various disciplines, this book critiques the modern university's priorities and agendas over the past century. It highlights how, despite its financial success and influence, the institution has strayed from its core mission, leading to a decline in its overall value. Through a comprehensive survey of literature, history, sociology, and economics, the author advocates for a reevaluation of the university's role in society.