Explain how the rise of Universities, Academies and similar Institutions during the Renaissance was crucial to the creation and transmission of new knowledge.

Compare / contrast that to the University of today and argue if today's University still creates new knowledge or serves mostly to pass previously acquired knowledge onto students.

Essay Length: 800 - 1000 Words; make sure your easy is balanced between both of the points above.

This assignment is due by Sunday February 17 at midnight

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As a reminder, the structure of your argument/essay should resemble the following:

I. Introduction

A. Thesis Statement and synopsis of the argument your supporting.

II. Body

A. Supporting Example #1
B. Supporting Example #2

III. Conclusion and consistency check

IV. Hit F7 in word.

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