Please read the following articles, AND listen to the clips found under the Week 12 Content folder (including the PPT presentation). Then answer the questions below…
Why is college in America so expensive?
Why American colleges are becoming a force for inequality
In recent years, even high earners can’t afford college (review of link below includes watching mini-video clip):
- Which element(s) did you find most bothersome as far as American colleges as a force for inequality and why?
- Which solution has the most potential in resolving the issue, if any? Support your stance. If you don‘t like any of the strategies proposed, share why and/or suggest something that might work in making universities more affordable and/or equal in their admissions.
- Who can afford higher education in the U.S.? Are the strategies suggested for paying for college practical? Why or why not?