As academics we value different viewpoints, the right and need to pursue scholarly interests, and the importance of discussing controversial topics as a means of engaging students, promoting critical thinking, and helping students mature intellectually. The concept of academic freedom was developed to allow for such pursuits. However, academic freedom cannot be a reason to reject efforts at making instruction more effective or efficient.
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Type Journal ArticlePub Date 11/1/2005Stock # jcst05_035_03_46Volume 035Issue 03