Meta-majors consists of a group of academic classes and sequence structures that introduce students to a broad set of career options, while meeting the academic requirements across multiple areas of study. The courses allow students to explore a wide variety of career options, with the purpose of choosing a profession based on their interests, skills, and talents. In addition, Meta-majors help to promote STEM initiatives which emphasize courses in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM).
Meta-majors can also be helpful in boosting completion rates among all students, to include those enrolled in developmental education courses since research indicates higher graduation rates among students who identify a program of study within their first year. Meta-major programs can be designed to help students navigate through the confusing process of choosing the appropriate classes, by providing them with a structured learning sequence and relevant course options to choose from. Students begin their studies with "gateway" courses such as English Composition and College Algebra before moving on into the meta-major areas of studies. It would also require that students who are unsure about what classes to enroll in consult with campus advisors for guidance.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/8060282
FOR A COMPLETE LISTING OF ARTICLES PUBLISHED BY DR. KRISTY TAYLOR, PLEASE SEE THE PUBLISHED ARTICLES SECTION.
No comments:
Post a Comment