The Cost of College: Is It Worth It?
Offered By: The Aspen Institute via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the pressing debate surrounding the value of college education in this 57-minute panel discussion from The Aspen Institute. Delve into the staggering $1.5 trillion student loan debt crisis and the 20-year repayment struggle faced by many Americans. Examine the rise of online learning opportunities and self-taught alternatives in the context of an evolving digital workforce. Consider whether traditional classroom education remains necessary and if companies and government institutions are reconsidering their four-year degree requirements for new hires. Hear diverse perspectives from leaders in higher education, including representatives from private and public universities and community colleges, as they address some of the most critical questions facing American families today regarding the cost and worth of a college education.
Syllabus
The Cost of College: Is It Worth It?
Taught by
The Aspen Institute
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