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Chris Brink
Soul of a University
Why Excellence is not Enough

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What is the role of a university in society? In this innovative book, Chris Brink offers the timely reminder that it should have social purpose, as well as achieve academic excellence. The current obsession with rankings and league tables has perpetuated inequality and is preventing social mobility. This book shows how universities can and should – respond to societal challenges and promote positive social change.

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Limba Engleză ● Format PDF ● Pagini 408 ● ISBN 9781529200355 ● Editura Bristol University Press ● Publicat 2018 ● Descărcabil 3 ori ● Valută EUR ● ID 6630391 ● Protecție împotriva copiilor Adobe DRM

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