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Should community colleges give preference in hiring to M.A.s or Ed.Ds over Ph.Ds?

Yes, says Chad Hanson, if we don't favor those with formal training in education, we diminish the profession.

No, states Linda Allen, the academic backgrounds of community college faculty should span the educational spectrum.

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Poll Results

Should community colleges give preference in hiring to M.A.s or Ed.Ds over Ph.Ds?

Yes: 43 %
No: 57 %