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The Conversation U.S.
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What’s the benefit of college students taking courses outside their majors? Some see it as teaching vital skills; others condemn it as costly time better spent on career skills. theconversation.com/college-gene... #edusky #highered

theconversation.comCollege ‘general education’ requirements help prepare students for citizenship − but critics say it’s learning time taken away from useful studiesThe architects of general education envisioned it would benefit all students. Decades later, political affiliation plays a role in determining whether people agree.

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TheCynicalOptimist
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If these required fluff courses still cost the same as the courses related to the major, I see it more as another money grabbing opportunity from colleges. Is it nice to be well-rounded? Of course. Is that what they are really trying to accomplish? Doubtful.