Marshall Sahlins

Confucius Institutes: Academic Malware

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ISBN 13:: 9780984201082
author:: Marshall Sahlins
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Prickly Paradigm Press
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2015
Pages:: 64
Dimensions:: 11.4 x 0.6 x 17.8 cm
Genre:: Society, Politics & Philosophy, Social Sciences, Anthropology
Condition:: New
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The Confucius Institutes Academic Malware by Marshall Sahlins is a critical examination of the growing presence of Confucius Institutes worldwide. These institutes, which have established partnerships with over 450 campuses globally, including nearly 100 in the US, receive significant funding and resources from their Beijing-based headquarters. However, author Marshall Sahlins argues that this arrangement conceals a more sinister purpose - to promote the political influence of the Chinese government. Drawing on reports and conversations with those involved, Sahlins reveals disturbing incidents of academic malpractice, including self-censorship, discouragement of visits from prominent figures, and even cases of pages being ripped out of conference materials. As universities increasingly accept funding from Confucius Institutes, they also legitimize these organizations and encourage others to follow suit. This book sheds light on the darker side of this seemingly innocuous arrangement and its impact on academic freedom and integrity.

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