18 pages 36-minute read

Becoming a Learner: Realizing the Opportunity of Education

Nonfiction | Essay / Speech | Adult | Published in 2012

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Essay Topics

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According to the author, what role do grades play in the college experience? Do grades reflect the abilities of learners, or are they only necessary for “students?”

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What does it mean to “take responsibility for your learning”? How might this translate into future careers? 

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What might the author consider a successful college career? How does this differ from conventional discourse over the purpose of higher education?

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If specific job skills are not the most important skills learned in college, then what are they and how can they best be acquired?

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How can the ability to think critically, write effectively, solve problems, and communicate with others help one be successful?

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What is the interconnectedness of knowledge mean and how does it relate to a college education?

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According to the essay, is college necessary for developing learning skills? What skills are specific to the college experience? 

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