
Declining by Degrees: Higher Education at Risk
Synopsis
Debunking commonly held notions about the rite of passage known as the college experience, this PBS documentary follows 30 students and their teachers along the path of higher education, from admission to graduation, and exposes the disappointment, disorientation and deflation many students feel -- in both public and private schools. This revealing study also addresses the quality and readiness of America's future work force.
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September 8, 2005
Wide Cinema Exhibition
Key Information & Fast Facts
- Director
- John Merrow
- Original Title
- Declining by Degrees: Higher Education at Risk
- Country of Origin
- United States of America
- Spoken Languages
- English
- Runtime
- 2h 0m
- Production Studios
- Learning Matters, Inc.
Creative Leadership & Key Crew
John Merrow
Carrie Glaser, John Heus, Shae Isaacs, David Wald
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John Merrow
Director
Carrie Glaser
Producer
John Heus
Producer
Shae Isaacs
Producer
David Wald
Producer
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What is Declining by Degrees: Higher Education at Risk about?
Debunking commonly held notions about the rite of passage known as the college experience, this PBS documentary follows 30 students and their teachers along the path of higher education, from admission to graduation, and exposes the disappointment, disorientation and deflation many students feel -- in both public and private schools. This revealing study also addresses the quality and readiness of America's future work force.
Who directed Declining by Degrees: Higher Education at Risk?
Declining by Degrees: Higher Education at Risk was directed by John Merrow.
Who stars in Declining by Degrees: Higher Education at Risk?
The principal cast of Declining by Degrees: Higher Education at Risk includes John Merrow, Jim Lehrer, Andre Iguodala, Lute Olson, Frank Deford.
When was Declining by Degrees: Higher Education at Risk released and how long is it?
Declining by Degrees: Higher Education at Risk was released in 2005 with a total runtime of 2h 0m.















