The Law of Higher Education, 5th Edition: Student Version
Based on the fifth edition of Kaplin and Lee’s indispensable guide to the law that bears on the conduct of higher education,The Law of Higher Education, Fifth Edition: Student Versionprovides an up-to-date textbook, reference, and guide for coursework in higher education law and programs preparing higher education administrators for leadership roles.TheStudent Versionincludes the materials from the full fifth edition that most relate to student interests and are most suitable for classroom instruction.For example:The evolution of higher education law and governanceLegal planning and dispute resolutionThe relationship between law and policyFaculty and staff employment issues, including collective bargainingAcademic freedom for faculty and studentsCopyright basicsThe contract rights of studentsLegal issues in online educationThe rights of students and faculty with disabilitiesCampus issues: safety, registered sex offenders, racial and sexual harassment, student suicide, campus computer networks, searches of students’ residence hall roomsHate speech and freedom of speech, including the rights of faculty and students in public universitiesStudent organizations’ rights, responsibilities, and activities feesGovernmental support for religious institutions and religious autonomy rights of individuals in public institutionsNondiscrimination and affirmative action in employment, admissions, and financial aidAthletics and Title IXFERPA (Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act)Each chapter is introduced with an overview of key terms and ideas the students will encounter. In addition, the book includes a general introduction to the study of higher education law, a glossary of key legal terms, and appendices for non-law students on the American court system and on how to read court opinions.The authors have also prepared a volume of teaching materials keyed to theStudent Version, available from the National Association of College and University Attorneys (NACUA). In addition, the authors will periodically update theStudent Versionby posting recent developments on a Web site hosted by NACUA.