Re-Thinking The College Degree / Georgetown

Thanks for sharing.


G-town's project is admirable. The success will likely depend on the quality and ambition of the students, which they have a good start on.

I don't think the magic formula is the right mix of traditional vs project vs MOOC'S (massive open online courses) licensed out by elite schools / professors but more so in prepping the incoming freshman in what should lie ahead...about critical thinking, seeing things from a broader perspective etc. Hard to do when you're 17/18 and get thrown into 101 courses in world history, English and accounting but aren't sure how/why it all ties together. Most kids don't even know or think about what type of learning environment they should put themselves in that enhance their retention, interest or participation.
 
Masters at Northeastern and later worked with College for Human Services here in New York, both of which focus on project based integration of course material...wonder if such an approach has wider application?
 
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