Great expectations for postgrad literacy

Article Abstract:

The professor of evolutionary biology at the University of Sheffield argues that whatever the changes that take place to higher education, what academics will always demand is well written work from their students. An example is given of how, 25 years ago, one student who had appeared to be well rounded turned out to have appalling writing, and it is suggested that, as a result of changes to postgraduate training modules, it is very unlikely that such a situation would arise today.

Product standards, safety, & recalls, Standards, Graduate students, Literacy, Educational standards, Educational aspects

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Why the best academics are just like sperm

Article Abstract:

An analysis of how while variety is the spice of life in most fields, in higher education in the UK some people are actually trying to eliminate variety and diversity and make everything uniform. It is suggested that taking diversity out of higher education will only serve to halt the development of the sector, leaving it dull and lifeless.

Personnel administration, Human resource management, Education, Higher, Higher education, Company personnel management

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Tracts of my tears or writing tips for the unwary

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Advice for people contemplating either writing or editing academic or scientific books. Disadvantages of academic publishing are identified and ways to avoid getting ripped off, including getting a professional to read though any contracts, are given.

Scholarly publishing, Authorship, Instructions

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