New Models for Higher Education
Mark Clayton,
Christian Science Monitor,
Oct 01, 2002
A study released yesterday by the Association of American Colleges and Universities argues that higher education runs a grave risk if it won't adapt. This article highlights key features of the study (but doesn't provide a link - most annoying - but you can find it here). I generally agree with this: "A 'practical liberal education' is not a 'utopian dream' for institutions of higher learning." I think I would want to reshape the definition offered of "a practical liberal education" to include multimedia and media literacy, logic and critical thinking skills, and an understanding of global cultures and political organizations. I also agree with this: "Higher education isn't responding nearly fast enough to such profound changes, critics say. Yes, a few freshman-year programs have improved learning and retention. Still, most freshmen take large introductory courses. Professors lecture. Students take notes and tests." Yeah. Education for the eighteenth century.
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