"William Galston is correct: Higher education is in a tight spot ("Higher Education Is in Trouble," Politics & Ideas, Dec. 18). Belief in its effectiveness is declining. More and more people believe its costs outweigh its benefits. The widespread adoption of policies expected to have positive effects has, instead, been negative.
One example is encouraging students to rate their professors. Instead of helping faculty become better teachers, its strongest effect has been grade inflation. Concerned that negative ratings could harm their careers, teachers gave more As and Bs than they did in the past.
Increased reliance on temporary, part-time instructors is also an unfortunate change. As their numbers increase, and faculty who leave or retire aren't replaced, the volume of faculty research decreases.
My career in higher education tells me that unless such policies are reformed, it will be difficult for higher education to regain the golden halo it once possessed.
Robert A. Baron
Edmond, Okla." [1]
1. Two Remedies for Higher Education's Rehabilitation. Wall Street Journal, Eastern edition; New York, N.Y.. 27 Jan 2025: A16.
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