#1722: What Do Americans Really Think About College? | The Best of Our Knowledge

September 22, 2023 00:28:30
#1722: What Do Americans Really Think About College?  | The Best of Our Knowledge
The Best Of Our Knowledge
#1722: What Do Americans Really Think About College? | The Best of Our Knowledge

Sep 22 2023 | 00:28:30

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Show Notes

A new poll shows that while Americans mostly see the value in a college degree, many don’t think colleges are doing a great job in educating students. We’ll speak with the professor behind a new academic program focused on accessible instruction. A high school is giving more students individualized learning programs. And new technology could aid school personnel and responders in an emergency.  

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