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Adjuncts seek academic freedom protection.(NEWSWATCH)(Brief article)
With almost 70% of the nation's college and university courses taught by professors working off of the tenure track, adjunct professors are seeking better protection of their academic freedom.
Most colleges can fire adjuncts on the spot or not renew contracts without giving reasons, leaving adjuncts with far less legal protection than their tenured peers. Adjuncts caught in disputes with their schools often have few choices other than an expensive legal battle or just moving on.
However, unions, advocacy groups and the American Association of University Professors are hoping to get more academic freedom for adjuncts. Many adjunct faculty are fired after discussing hot-button ...
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