Finkin, Matthew W.

For the common good : principles of American academic freedom / Matthew W. Finkin and Robert C. Post. - New Haven [Conn.] : Yale University Press, c2009. - 263 p. ; 22 cm.

Includes bibliographical references (p. 191-241) and index.

The historical origins of the concept of academic freedom -- The 1915 Declaration and the American concept of academic freedom -- Freedom of research and publication -- Freedom of teaching -- Freedom of intramural expression -- Freedom of extramural expression.

This book offers a concise explanation of the history and meaning of American academic freedom, and it attempts to intervene in contemporary debates by clarifying the fundamental functions and purposes of academic freedom in America.--From publisher description.

9780300143546 (cloth : alk. paper) 9780300177527 (pbk)

2008038669

GBA906061 bnb

014883434 Uk


Academic freedom--United States.

KF4242 / .F56 2009

344.73/078

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