Combinaciones de textos > Is college worth it? Is this even the right question?

por Josipa Roksa and Richard Arum

2015

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11° Grado Ensayo 1030L
On the Education of Youth in America
  • Noah Webster
  • 1788

In the essay “On the Education of Youth in America,” Noah Webster discusses the benefits of educating young Americans for the nation overall.

Pair “On the Education of Youth in America” with “Is college worth it? Is this event he right question?” and ask students to discuss the importance of education. Why does Noah Webster believe it’s important for young citizens in America to be educated? How does this compare to the belief of the authors of “Is college worth it? Is this even the right question?” that college should develop students’ willingness to contribute to democracy?

12° Grado Opinión 1330L
Will the 'right' college major get you a job?
  • Glenn Altschuler
  • 2015

In the informational text “Will the ‘right’ college major get you a job?” Glenn Altschuler discusses why there isn’t one major that will guarantee future job placement or earnings.

Pair “Will the ‘right’ college major get you a job?” with “Is college worth it? Is this event the right question?” and ask students to discuss the job market after college. How do both texts explore the differences between the experiences of those with college degrees in the job market and those without degrees? What skills lead to success in the job market after college?

9° Grado Opinión 1070L
What do you want (really, really want) out of your college education?
  • Richard Gunderman
  • 2015

In the informational text “What do you want (really, really want) out of your college education?” Richard Gunderman discusses what students can get from college that is more than just preparation for a high-paying career.

Pair “What do you want (really, really want) out of your college education?” with “Is college worth it? Is this event he right question?” to provide students with information about getting the most out of the college experience. Ask students to discuss how both texts highlight important skills and ways of thinking that colleges generally don’t provide students. How do the authors of both texts think colleges should be preparing graduates for meaningful and prosperous work?