If you can't pass a math/science class, stay out of college.
You'll make more in the trades than in any degree program that doesn't require multiple math and science courses.
Posted on 07/22/2017 5:15:30 PM PDT by grundle
drop algebra anyway as it is a waste of time ,and I have never used it since leaving school.
Even if one never uses algebra, it’s a great way to develop reasoning skill - a commodity in short supply these days.
It should stay for applicable programs but I sure didn’t need it for my major or my job.
I hate it and I suck at it too.
Just saying lol
7x = 56
THAT is hard...?!?!?
Good God, what would they think of Calculus..?
How about the SEALS drop the SWIM requirement, huh...?
THEN we could have SUPER MoTown SEALS, sure.
Maybe they can replace it with something like African studies, women’s studies, more bs, more bs, more bs, ..........
Just because you never use does not diminish the importance of mathematics. You never know when the ability to solve problems requiring logic or mathematical reasoning will be useful, and when the problem presents itself, not having that skill makes you less valuable or employable than someone with that skill. I would recommend mastering any skill you can and encouraging it in others.
It seems like it would be simpler just to award them all a PHD.
I am of the opinion that it is MORE racist to think that minorities cant perform in math.
Allegra got this white boy a couple of times.
A certain level of intelligence is needed to understand the concepts. Those who can’t get it can get jobs that don’t require it. But teach it to those who can get it.
The left is insane.
There is more to algebra and what most people realize. It is not only the entry level into advanced mathematics but ALSO the entry level to rational thinking.
It is not a nice touchy feely subject. To come out at the far end with the answer you have to follow rules and procedures. You also have to apply the rules and procedures when you have no idea as to what you are looking for.
As for getting rid of because the pass/fail rate is so high - that’s the fault of previous courses.
But, don’t tell anyone that because you might hurt their feelings and force them into their safe space.
Sorry (not really) but the world ain’t a safe space and in all too many cases non-rational thinking can be fatal.
Climate Scientists don’t use math and they’ve solved the Global Warming problem .... it’s settled science. /s/
If you can't pass a math/science class, stay out of college.
You'll make more in the trades than in any degree program that doesn't require multiple math and science courses.
You realize that Algebra stimulates the reasoning and analytical side of the brain, don't you?
Algebra raciss! X=infinity...
Algebra is not racist, don’t get rid of it
Washington Examiner, Friday, July 21, 2017
http://www.washingtonexaminer.com/algebra-is-not-racist-dont-get-rid-of-it/article/2629339
Why don’t they just go ahead and drop ALL requirements and issue minorities a PHD at birth? Save everyone time, frustration and money.
Just consider it reparations.
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