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By Anisha Yang
Students and teachers share book and film recommendations Sadly, many in the academic world – whether students or teachers – often say it’s difficult to find time to read a good book or watch a good movie because of all the required reading they have. But taking that time can make all the difference in a person’s quality of life. As Malcolm X famously said, “The ability to read awoke inside me some long dormant craving to be mentally alive.” University of Texas at Arlington students and teachers said the following books and films
Freakonomics (2005) Authors Steven D. Levitt & Stephen J. Dubner Non-fiction Economics applied to real world situations. Various stories explain how economics is the core of
all of our actions. “Economics is seen as boring and if it’s not boring, it’s complicated. This is a down to earth book. It shows how economics is embedded in everyday life. Ordinary people can appreciate economics. It has fantastic stories and it’s very thought provoking.” Dr. Chunke Su Communicaton Technology
A great book to “see” differently.”
The Art of Looking Sideways (2001) Author Alan Fletcher Non-fiction Alan Fletcher is a master designer. In this book, he explores the working ways of the eyes, the hand and the brain. “Fletcher is a founding partner of Pentagram.
The Tipping Point: How Little Things Can Make a Big Difference (2000) Sociology Gladwell analyzes