The Slow Professor

In The Slow Professor, authors Maggie Berg and Barbara K. Seeber examine the detrimental effects of corporatization on academia, highlighting the pressure for increased speed and efficiency that compromises education and scholarship. They advocate for the principles of the Slow movement as a means to foster deeper thought and improve the academic experience. Through an analysis of the culture of speed, the book offers strategies for alleviating stress and enhancing teaching, research, and collegiality, making it essential listening for those in academia facing the challenges of modern university life.