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Episode five hundred and seventy-eighth The United States enters modern industrialization (36) Changes starting from American higher education (2)

Duration: 0:16:33

The democratization of higher education in America has led to a questioning of traditional subjects and an emphasis on practical courses. The establishment of public universities and colleges has also allowed for greater access to education, including for women. The generosity of private individuals and charities has also played a significant role in the growth of higher education in the US, with many institutions being established through personal donations. However, the issue of access to free public secondary education remains a debated topic in American democracy.

Language: Chinese
Topics: Higher educationAmerican democracy

Episode five hundred and seventy-fifth The United States enters modern industrialization (33) The popularization of debate in the United States

Duration: 0:16:51

American English language underwent significant changes after entering modern civilization. In 1961, the third edition of the new dictionary was published in Massachusetts, which broke the norm by focusing on spoken language. The dictionary collected 10 million examples, including those from politicians, famous writers, movie stars, and athletes. The traditional linguists were unsatisfied with the new version, but it aimed to expand the appeal of the dictionary by including non-standard language with labels indicating they were unconventional. This caused controversy but also contributed to the development of American language and rhetoric. Debating became a popular activity in American universities, and rhetoric was considered a symbol of democracy. The tradition of teaching rhetoric and public speaking continues in American schools today.

Language: Chinese
Topics: LanguageAmerican EnglishRhetoric