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Culture and Learning

Controversy exists in culture and learning related to education. There are many arguments and beliefs from varied points of view. Explore the following perspectives for a better understanding of the current issues.

Purpose of Higher Education

Choosing whether or not to attend higher education will impact the rest of your life for better or worse. There are several options available for higher education and claims that some are better than others. Explore the following perspectives for a better understanding of the current issues.

Affordability of Higher Education

With over a trillion dollars in existing student loans, living in debt has become a major issue in deciding to pursue higher education. Several opinions exist as to how this happened and even more for how to avoid a lifetime of debt. Explore the following perspectives for a better understanding of the current issues.

Business Needs and Technology

The business world is an ocean of pitfalls and opportunities for students post high school graduation. Industries are looking for the next big thing, and graduates need to be prepared.  Explore the following perspectives for a better understanding of the current issues.

Government in Education

Federal, State and local politicians manage the flow of tax payer dollars for education. Multi-levels of complexity about legislation to offer the “best” way of educating the future generation exist. Explore the following perspectives for a better understanding of the current issues.

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Economics in Education

“We can't allow higher education to be a luxury in this country. It's an economic imperative that every family in America has to be able to afford.” – President Barack Obama, February 27, 2012

Some questions to consider are:

 

  • What is the inter-relatedness between economics and education?

  • What are the major influences between education, technology, and business?

  • What is the inter-relatedness of society, politics, and economics?

Cases Relating to Economics in Education
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