Metaphors and Values in Higher Education.

Deshler, David

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Publication Date: 1985

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Metaphors and Values in Higher Education.

Deshler, David

Academe, v71 n6 p22-28 Nov-Dec 1985

Metaphors, as linguistic cultural artifacts of organization culture, can be used as catalysts to encourage reflection and discussion on campus culture with key campus leaders, both faculty and administrators. An analysis of interviews with administrators, faculty, and departmental secretaries is discussed. (MLW)

Descriptors: Administrators, College Administration, College Environment, College Faculty, Emotional Response, Higher Education, Interviews, Metaphors, Negative Attitudes, Organizational Climate, Secretaries, Surveys, Values

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Language: English

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