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Auckland Univerisity's controversial new courses

Auckland Univerisity's controversial new courses

Update: 2024-09-12
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In this episode, James and Dr Nick Matzke discuss recent changes at the University of Auckland, including a push to cut some existing courses and a special University Senate meeting where a vote was held on a motion to pause the Curriculum Framework Transformation for further discussion.

Dr Nick Matzke, a biogeography professor, provides insights into the tensions between incorporating mātauranga Māori and maintaining scientific rigour in university curricula, while also addressing broader issues of academic freedom and faculty governance.
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Auckland Univerisity's controversial new courses

Auckland Univerisity's controversial new courses

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