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Kathryn Telling, "The Liberal Arts Paradox in Higher Education: Negotiating Inclusion and Prestige" (Policy Press, 2023)
Apr 27, 2024
Dr. Kathryn Telling, a lecturer in education at the University of Manchester, discusses the rise of liberal arts degrees in England, exploring issues of interdisciplinarity, institutional status, employability, and inequality in higher education. The podcast delves into the complexities and paradoxes associated with liberal arts education, including the influence of cosmopolitanism on universities and the societal expectations surrounding this educational path.
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- Liberal arts degrees face paradoxical challenges in promoting both broad education and job prospects.
- Exploring the liberal arts paradox reveals tensions between marketization, elitism, and educational complexities.
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