The Ethical University: Transforming Higher Education

The state of American universities and colleges is facing ethical issues, and Wanda Teays and Alison Dundes Renteln's book provides practical responses to repair and re-stabilize higher education. It is a valuable resource for Applied Ethics, Contemporary Moral Problems, Business Ethics, Public Policy, Philosophy of Education, Law and Education, and Social Justice.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 298 pages
Publication date: 30 August 2022
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield

The state of American universities and colleges is a topic of significant concern, with numerous issues and scandals emerging. The moral fabric of these institutions is found to be lacking, necessitating an ethical inquiry. Diverse voices within academia, including philosophers, ethicists, and legal scholars, have come forward to expose conflicts and complications while proposing practical solutions to repair and re-stabilize higher education as an institution.

In their book, "The Moral Fabric of Higher Education: Essays on Fraud, Misrepresentation, Bribery, and Other Scandals," Wanda Teays and Alison Dundes Renteln present a collection of sixteen original essays that delve into the most pressing issues facing universities. The team of esteemed philosophers, ethicists, and legal scholars assembled for this project brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to address timely concerns such as fraud and misrepresentation in student applications, bribery of college officials, misuse of family connections, age discrimination, inflated resumes, exploitation of adjuncts and teaching assistants, sexual assault and misconduct, coaches involved in recruiting violations, ties to corporations and/or big pharmaceutical companies, issues in fundraising, and bias in hiring and tenure decisions.

This book is highly valuable as a primary or supplementary text in various disciplines, including Applied Ethics, Contemporary Moral Problems, Business Ethics, Public Policy, Philosophy of Education, Law and Education, and Social Justice. It will also serve as a valuable resource for workshops and institutes for educational administrators and professional development for educators. By shedding light on these critical issues, the book aims to contribute to the ongoing dialogue and efforts to improve the moral integrity and reputation of higher education.

Dimension: 229 x 152 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781538154397