Archive for October, 2011

Liberty From Machinery

Robotically, learning things being taught in school is not a bad thing at all. Following instructions, adopting a routine, and systematizing things are essential elements of skills acquisition, after all. But what is mostly lacking (which is very alarming) among most students and the general public as well is the interest or motivation to critically know, understand or comprehend, scrutinize, and even criticize established schools of thought. Being able to do just that is actually the end goal of education, and not just merely to give people a passport to the highest-paying job there is. People are very susceptible to subscribe to this self-defeating view that education is merely a tool. Hence, the need to further integrate liberal arts education.

To save current and future generations from falling prey to the capitalistic view on education, the role of liberal arts needs a lot of empowering, not just as a part of technical degree programs but as an independent field of knowledge. Its independence must also be made accessible for mass correspondence. Read the rest of this entry »

Scholarships Specific To Liberal And Professional Studies

The University of Pennsylvania in Philadelphia is a great university to attend. Besides offering students a stellar education and the opportunity to earn a degree from a well-respected institution, the college also offers students with an array of scholarship opportunities in order to aid in their educational journey.

The University of Pennsylvania’s College of Liberal and Professional Studies is one sector that offers students’ scores of scholarship opportunities. One such scholarship program is the Bread Upon the Waters Scholarship. This particular program is a direct tuition grant made available to women over the age of 30, who are going to pursue an undergraduate degree in the liberal arts on a part-time basis. Eligible students are selected on an academic basis coupled with financial need. Read the rest of this entry »

Liberal Arts Degree Information and Schools

Liberal arts degree allows students to excel inn arts-related subjects such as history, political science, English and foreign languages. There are various career opportunities available for these students. You must gain the skills with the help of these programs if you are seeking for starting a career in liberal arts.

You must obtain a degree in the particular area to get started; especially if it is English or history. After completing the degree, you must get teacher-certification program. You can look for this in the same college. Once you get the certificate, you must search for the job and view local newspaper for various opening. Internet is one of the powerful sources of information. You can get on the internet to find out various options and select the best-suited. Read the rest of this entry »