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Beckie Supiano
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Reporter, The Chronicle of Higher Education
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By Beckie Supiano Verified| The Chronicle of Higher Education Verified As often happens with attention-grabbing issues in higher education, much of the conversation about grade inflation is focused on the most-selective colleges. But Peter Burkholder, a professor of history at Fairleigh Dickinson University, thinks that rising grades are also a problem for a more-typical institution like his, where administrators are more focused on improving student success than on whether too many students might be getting A’s.
By Beckie Supiano Verified| The Chronicle of Higher Education Verified Room 0101 in the College of Sciences Building at the University of Central Florida is a standard-issue lecture hall. Students sit in upholstered chairs, bolted to the floor in rows, with little desks that fold down from the arm rests. The setup makes it easy to surreptitiously text friends or consult ChatGPT, but awkward to work with one another. Even for those sitting near the front, the professor is far away — up on stage, behind a big lectern.
By Beckie Supiano Verified| The Chronicle of Higher Education Verified As often happens with attention-grabbing issues in higher education, much of the conversation about grade inflation is focused on the most-selective colleges. But Peter Burkholder, a professor of history at Fairleigh Dickinson University, thinks that rising grades are also a problem for a more-typical institution like his, where administrators are more focused on improving student success than on whether too many students might be getting A’s.
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The Chronicle of Higher Education
The Chronicle of Higher Education is a prominent American newspaper and digital platform focused on higher education. Established in 1966 and based in Washington, D.C., it serves as a key news source for college faculty, administrators, and student-affairs professionals. The publication includes a weekly newspaper and a daily online presence, featuring news coverage, job listings, and a magazine called *The Chronicle Review* that explores arts and ideas. The Chronicle provides real-time reporting on national issues impacting academia, along with in-depth analyses of various topics. It offers career resources, including job listings and salary data, as well as professional development opportunities through virtual workshops and interactive sessions. The organization emphasizes unbiased journalism and aims to deliver essential news and insights to help professionals navigate the evolving academic landscape. With a circulation of 44,000 print copies and a dedicated staff, The Chronicle remains a vital resource in higher education journalism.
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