ebook img

Liberal Arts at the Brink PDF

302 Pages·2011·0.81640625 MB·English
Save to my drive
Quick download
Download

Download Liberal Arts at the Brink PDF Free - Full Version

by Victor E. Ferrall Jr.| 2011| 302 pages| 0.81640625| English

About Liberal Arts at the Brink

Liberal arts colleges represent a tiny portion of the higher education market-no more than 2 percent of enrollees. Yet they produce a stunningly large percentage of America’s leaders in virtually every field of endeavor. The educational experience they offer-small classes led by professors devoted to teaching and mentoring, in a community dedicated to learning-has been a uniquely American higher education ideal.Liberal Arts at the Brink is a wake-up call for everyone who values liberal arts education. A former college president trained in law and economics, Ferrall shows how a spiraling demand for career-related education has pressured liberal arts colleges to become vocational, distorting their mission and core values. The relentless competition among them to attract the “best” students has driven down tuition revenues while driving up operating expenses to levels the colleges cannot cover. The weakest are being forced to sell out to vocational for-profit universities or close their doors. The handful of wealthy elite colleges risk becoming mere dispensers of employment and professional school credentials. The rest face the prospect of moving away from liberal arts and toward vocational education in order to survive.Writing in a personable, witty style, Ferrall tackles the host of threats and challenges liberal arts colleges now confront. Despite these daunting realities, he makes a spirited case for the unique benefits of the education they offer-to students and the nation. He urges liberal arts colleges to stop going it alone and instead band together to promote their mission and ensure their future.

Detailed Information

Author:Victor E. Ferrall Jr.
Publication Year:2011
ISBN:9780674049727
Pages:302
Language:English
File Size:0.81640625
Format:PDF
Price:FREE
Download Free PDF

Safe & Secure Download - No registration required

Why Choose PDFdrive for Your Free Liberal Arts at the Brink Download?

  • 100% Free: No hidden fees or subscriptions required for one book every day.
  • No Registration: Immediate access is available without creating accounts for one book every day.
  • Safe and Secure: Clean downloads without malware or viruses
  • Multiple Formats: PDF, MOBI, Mpub,... optimized for all devices
  • Educational Resource: Supporting knowledge sharing and learning

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it really free to download Liberal Arts at the Brink PDF?

Yes, on https://PDFdrive.to you can download Liberal Arts at the Brink by Victor E. Ferrall Jr. completely free. We don't require any payment, subscription, or registration to access this PDF file. For 3 books every day.

How can I read Liberal Arts at the Brink on my mobile device?

After downloading Liberal Arts at the Brink PDF, you can open it with any PDF reader app on your phone or tablet. We recommend using Adobe Acrobat Reader, Apple Books, or Google Play Books for the best reading experience.

Is this the full version of Liberal Arts at the Brink?

Yes, this is the complete PDF version of Liberal Arts at the Brink by Victor E. Ferrall Jr.. You will be able to read the entire content as in the printed version without missing any pages.

Is it legal to download Liberal Arts at the Brink PDF for free?

https://PDFdrive.to provides links to free educational resources available online. We do not store any files on our servers. Please be aware of copyright laws in your country before downloading.

The materials shared are intended for research, educational, and personal use in accordance with fair use principles.