The Case Against Education as Usual A number of innovative institutions — including the College of Healthcare Professions in Texas, the G3 initiative in Virginia’s Community Colleges and the co-op program at Northeastern University — focus on tight career alignment, regular feedback from employers and continuous iteration.
A complete education With the release of his new book, In Defense of a Liberal Education, journalist Fareed Zakaria became the latest commentator to join the robust debate over whether the purpose of college is to promote professional advancement or personal growth. The debate typically contrasts the self-betterment offered by the liberal arts — usually meaning the humanities […]