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Author:

Finkin, Matthew W.

Title:

For the common good : principles of American academic freedom / Matthew W. Finkin and Robert C. Post.

Publisher:

Yale University Press,

Copyright Date:

c2009

Description:

263 p. ; 22 cm.

Subject:

Academic freedom--United States.
Academische vrijheid.
Universiteiten.
Verenigde Staten.

Other Authors:

Post, Robert, 1947-

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (p. 191-241) and index.

Contents:

The historical origins of the concept of academic freedom -- The 1915 Declaration and the American concept of academic freedom -- Freedom of research and publication -- Freedom of teaching -- Freedom of intramural expression -- Freedom of extramural expression -- Conclusion : on professional responsibility.

Summary:

This book offers a concise explanation of the history and meaning of American academic freedom, and it attempts to intervene in contemporary debates by clarifying the fundamental functions and purposes of academic freedom in America. --from publisher description

ISBN:

0300143540 (cloth : alk. paper)
9780300143546 (cloth : alk. paper)

LCCN:

2008038669

Locations:

USUX851 -- Iowa State University - Parks Library (Ames)

N3AX771 -- Drake Law School Library (Des Moines)

N5UX522 -- University of Iowa Law Library (Iowa City)

OVUX522 -- University of Iowa Libraries (Iowa City)