MIT is governed by a second, even higher rule: the inalienable right of academic freedom.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- The author says MIT operates on a higher rule: the right of academic freedom.
- In plain terms
- Academic freedom is the most important rule at MIT.
- What can you take from it?
- Academic freedom is a core value for research institutions.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- Why is academic freedom important?
- What are the limits of academic freedom?
Another view
Freedom may conflict with other institutional or societal goals.
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