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Grading on My Nerves

A professor develops a powerful aptitude for evasion, delay, and self-protection

By MAX CLIO

I am an embedded observer in the decline of Western civilization. At least, that was the distinct sensation that came over me earlier today while working my way through a pile of student papers.

I have never been keen on grading. I still remember my shock as a graduate instructor...

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