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College ‘general education’ requirements help prepare students for citizenship − but critics say it’s learning time taken away from useful studies

College ‘general education’ requirements help prepare students for citizenship − but critics say it’s learning time taken away from useful studies

What do Americans think of when they hear the words “general education”? By definition, general education covers introductory college courses in arts and humanities, social sciences, and science and mathematics. It has different names, including core curriculum or distribution requirements, depending on the college or university. It is also sometimes called liberal education, including by […] … learn more→