Review of Enshittification: Why Everything Suddenly Got Worse and What to Do About It, by Cory Doctorow

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  • Manouchehr Madani Civi University of British Columbia

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https://doi.org/10.14507/er.v33.5098

Author Biography

Manouchehr Madani Civi, University of British Columbia

Manouchehr Madani Civi, MD, MHSc, MET, is an accomplished physician and educator with more than two decades of experience in university-level teaching and academic mentorship. Currently an Adjunct Professor in the Faculty of Medicine at the University of British Columbia (UBC). His work in the MD Undergraduate Program primarily involves small-group instruction, Case-Based Learning (CBL) facilitation, and the supervision of FLEX scholarly projects. Through these roles, he focuses on fostering critical thinking, research proficiency, and reflective learning within structured academic settings. These efforts are designed to prepare future healthcare professionals for the demands of modern medical practice. His academic background is extensive, holding both a Doctor of Medicine (MD) and a Master of Health Science (MHSc). He is further advancing his expertise by pursuing a Master of Educational Technology (MET) at UBC, focusing on innovative teaching strategies. He has authored numerous articles in medical research and books in education, specifically exploring how digital tools can enhance sciences learning. Ultimately, he remains dedicated to improving professional training environments through evidence-based pedagogy and the thoughtful integration of technology.

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Williamson, B., Bayne, S., & Shay, S. (2020). The datafication of teaching in higher education: Critical issues and perspectives. Teaching in Higher Education, 25(4), 351–365. https://doi.org/10.1080/13562517.2020.1748811

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[Book reviewed] Doctorow, C. (2025). Enshittification: Why everything suddenly got worse and what to do about it. Farrar, Straus and Giroux.

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2026-10-14

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Madani Civi, M. (2026). Review of Enshittification: Why Everything Suddenly Got Worse and What to Do About It, by Cory Doctorow. Education Review, 33. https://doi.org/10.14507/er.v33.5098

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Vol. 33 (2026)

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