To the barricades--it's time for a lesson in politics

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An analysis of the way in which academics in France have protested against cuts made to the educational system by appealing to the national interest. This appeal to the national interest, which has seen leading figures in laboratories and research groups resigning in their thousands, is believed to be one of the reasons behind the French voters' recent rejection of the coalition government of Jacques Chirac. It is suggested that academics in the UK could learn from their French counterparts.

EDUCATIONAL SERVICES, Education, Administration of Education Programs, Education Programs, Education and state, Education policy, Political aspects, Demonstrations and protests, Technology in education, Educational reform

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Open up a French window to a new opportunity

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The professeur des universites at Universite Paris VII offers advice for teachers and lecturers contemplating taking up positions at institutions in France. It is suggested that for British candidates, the time has never been better to consider jobs in France, where British higher education and its graduates are envied and appreciated.

Labor force information, International aspects, Teachers, Employment, Lecturers, Instructions, Foreign teachers, Teachers, Foreign

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Glittering grades do not guarantee greatness

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An overview of the university system in France. How the elitism inherent in the system manifests itself in the arrogance of many produced by the system is analysed.

Colleges & Universities, Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools, Public affairs, Colleges and universities, Social aspects, Analysis, Universities and colleges

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