1. The heart of the humanities.
- Author
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Marty, Peter W.
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HUMANITIES education in universities & colleges , *COLLEGE enrollment , *DIGITAL humanities , *TECHNOLOGICAL innovations , *EDUCATIONAL innovations - Abstract
The article discusses the declining enrollment in humanities programs and the shifting emphasis in universities toward disciplines perceived as more economically viable. Topics include the impact of technology on attention spans, the pressure of market forces on education, and the intrinsic value of the humanities beyond financial outcomes.
- Published
- 2024