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The answer to this is so simple: rather than trying to optimize algorithms for admission, we need to decrease the demand for admissions to these schools. 1. In
by dev_dull 8y ago
The answer to this is so simple: rather than trying to optimize algorithms for admission, we need to decrease the demand for admissions to these schools.
1. Increase the supply. More seats. More schools. More teachers. More locations.
2. Decrease the demand. Better alternatives. Vocational schools. On the job training. Not using degree a job criteria.
- dorchadas 8y agoAs a teacher, I agree with all the things you say in number 2. Full-heartedly. But can't really bring myself to agree with Number 1. Quality will just keep going down, and I know several schools that stay afloat right now only because of BS online programs (half supported by the state)... 2 really needs to be the answer, not 1.
- toasterlovin 8y agoThe point of exclusive clubs like top schools is to be exclusive. If they’re not exclusive, then they don’t confer the benefits of distinction. That’s all elite universities are, for the most part. You can learn whatever you want from books; going to a top school doesn’t bestow greater knowledge on you.