As I read the story about Arizona State University offering shorter classes, they would be a good option for many students. After having taken a couple of the shorter summer course at Glendale Community collage, I will offer one caveat, take shorter courses in the subjects that are not difficult. I took and passed a five week course in English and another five week course in Introduction to Psychology. I, personally, would not under any circumstances take a shorter Algebra course. The shorter courses are accelerated. The work of a whole semester is condensed into seven and a half weeks. Even with the help of several Math web sites, such as Khan Academy, an Algebra class with the traditional semester would be too fast for me.
The shorter courses can help nontraditional students if their schedules are flexible. The shorter courses also have the benefit of a decreased cost, thereby saving not only time but, money as well. They can be used as a tool to quickly further students education. The students must be aware that all the work of a traditional course is required and should set aside adequate time for homework. The shorter courses are an option that many students would find attractive and easy it insert into busy lives. Other students may be able to continue their education after a deployment, and not have to wait until the next semester.As the delivery of education progresses the variety of the structure of that delivery will be increased to satisfy almost every need.
So do you believe or think that after someone was to finish up their years at GCC and go to ASU would it be a good idea to take the short semester classes then?
ReplyDeleteYes, as long as the classes are the ones that are not difficult for you. It can save you time and money.
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