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New Data: Students Ready to Learn, but Colleges Fail to Require Essential Classes
While general knowledge remains poor, ACTA’s arts and sciences survey shows that students have a strong appetite for learning.
Michael Poliakoff who is a classics professor turned ACTA president discusses with student Karina Macosko, discusses the importance of freedom of speech on campus and the upward spiral of university cost. Poliakoff offers advice to college bound students as they look for the best university for their needs. He calls them to look beyond the bold mission statement and into campus life and core curriculums. Poliakoff has created a rigorous grading system that evaluates the core curriculum of universities in the United States. Follow along to get an inside perspective from Michael Poliakoff, president of ACTA, on the crucial factors to consider when looking for a university.
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In lieu of a traditional acceptance speech, Philip Merrill Award winner Professor Nadine Strossen engaged in a colloquy with ACTA President Michael Poliakoff. In their compelling discussion, Professor Strosseneloquently illustrates the principles of free speech and open dialogue and why they are so essential for both liberal education and our democratic republic. Read the full […]
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