Sunday, March 03, 2013

HOW WELL does 'Rate my Professors' perform? Not very. Among the reasons:
Increased competition amongst universities for enrollment.

Poorly-prepared but emotionally coddled students accustomed to leniency, praise, and high marks.

A government policy dedicated to “credentialing” increasing numbers of young people regardless of their aptitude or commitment.

A post-secondary administration that is ever-more cravenly in thrall to university buzz words such as inclusivity, diversity, respect, relevance, and personal development.

University leaders who promote a pedagogy of student-centeredness.

A vulnerable cadre of part-time instructors who make up an ever-larger proportion of university faculty.
It seems to me that the post is more a reflection on the universities than it is on the professorate. Look at the reasons above: do any reflect the purpose of a University to educate?

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