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Peer reviewedAstin, Alexander W. – Change, 1987
Values and beliefs that govern educational practices are discussed, as is an alternative value perspective more consistent with the spirit of reform suggested by national reports. Reputational and resource views of excellence are described. Curriculum, teaching, grading, testing, and faculty personnel policies are discussed. (MLW)
Descriptors: College Curriculum, College Faculty, College Instruction, Competition
Peer reviewedWerth, Barry – Change, 1988
Mount Holyoke College was examined to see how it manages itself, how it raises and spends money. Holyoke's president understood that, in a competitive age, the key was not so much educating as it was positioning. Marketing and price fixing are discussed. (MLW)
Descriptors: Competition, Educational Finance, Elitism, Fund Raising
Peer reviewedKuh, George D. – Change, 1980
An alternative view to a 1979 study on institutional quality done by Astin and Solomon is presented. The study indicates significant changes in rank have occurred among the 25 most selective four-year undergraduate institutions. Kuh proposes naturalistic inquiry research. A rebuttal by Astin is appended. (MLW)
Descriptors: Academic Ability, Academic Achievement, Achievement Rating, College Bound Students
