Women participate less in bigger science classes, study finds
Universities urged to reconsider use of large introductory lectures
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Prof calls to get rid of grades because they are ‘capitalism in action’
New School professor Richard Wolff is known for his outspoken views against capitalism.
Facebook briefly removes Area 51 event ‘by accident’
A Facebook page encouraging people to storm the so-called Area 51 US Air Force base was removed from the social network at the weekend - but has now been reinstated.
Informal learning spaces grow more formal
How to add comfort and technology to spots where students work
American Bar Association mulls campus sex rules for criminal code
On college campuses, accused students often must prove they obtained “affirmative consent” from their partners before and throughout sexual activity. In a few states, it’s the law for college students.
Facebook urged to shut groups seeking fake Amazon reviews
Facebook is failing to shut down groups on its site where fake Amazon reviews are sold, consumer group Which? claims.
Journal’s plan to review preprints aims to kill ‘desk rejects’
eLife editor says radical shift would help readers judge the real value of research, not just where it is published
Capitalism’s change of climate
For decades, the main argument against climate action has been economic: Even if the climate is changing, the argument went, addressing it at the scale needed would force companies, cities and institutions into bankruptcy. In short, it would tank the economy.
Juul trials ‘lockable’ C1 e-cigarette for UK vapers
UK trials have begun of an e-cigarette that can be locked to prevent anyone but its owner puffing on it.
American University official says it plans to mandate use of preferred pronouns
American University’s Center for Diversity and Inclusion would like to require faculty to address students by their “chosen name and pronouns,” so as to make transgender, genderqueer and gender non-conforming students feel welcome.
