Tuesday, October 4, 2011
Minnesota Public Radio Stories
Supreme Court takes up hot button issues this term
In the new Supreme Court term that opened Monday, justices will decide controversial cases ranging from the federal health care law and immigration to affirmative action and broadcast indecency. Law Dean Jim Chen previews the biggest cases and the court's dynamics.11:00 a.m.GuestsJim Chen: Dean and Professor of Law, Louis D. Brandeis School of Law at the University of Louisville. Former professor and associate dean, University of Minnesota Law School.More from MPRShould the Supreme Court reflect public opinion? (09/26/2011)Resources
Is it time to get rid of the college lecture?
Experts question whether today's college graduates have the right skills for the jobs of tomorrow. Midday presents an American RadioWorks documentary looking at how traditional forms of teaching are failing to provide many college students with the knowledge they need.12:00 p.m.More from MPRWhy do so many Americans drop out of college? (10/03/2011)Classes help socially awkward engineering students (09/27/2011)New chancellor readies MnSCU for change, improvement (09/20/2011)Resources
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