American Degree Mills is a comprehensive study of the operations of degree mills in the United States, and the various ways in which they can be controlled. The book is authored by Robert H. Reid, an expert in the field of education and a former director of the Office of Educational Research and Improvement at the US Department of Education.The book provides a detailed analysis of the various types of degree mills, their methods of operation, and the harm they cause to individuals, institutions, and society at large. It also examines the legal and regulatory frameworks that currently exist to control degree mills, and identifies potential areas for improvement.The book is divided into three parts. The first part provides an overview of the degree mill phenomenon, including its history, scope, and impact. The second part examines the various types of degree mills, including diploma mills, accreditation mills, and accreditation mills. It also discusses the methods these mills use to deceive their customers, such as false advertising, fake accreditation, and the sale of fraudulent degrees.The third part of the book focuses on ways to control degree mills, including legal and regulatory measures, industry self-regulation, and public education campaigns. It also provides recommendations for policymakers, educators, and employers on how to identify and avoid degree mills, and how to promote the value of legitimate educational credentials.Overall, American Degree Mills is an essential resource for anyone interested in the issue of degree mills, including policymakers, educators, employers, and students. It provides a comprehensive and insightful analysis of this complex and important issue, and offers practical solutions for controlling degree mills and protecting the integrity of higher education.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.