Essay II Prompts

EDE 11

Monroe

I.

In Lisa Schmeiser’s article, “Do Geeks Need to Go to College?”, she highlights some of the concerns college students may have about the value of a degree in technology. Some experts argue that monies spent on college tuition would be better spent on long-term retirement savings; others explain that technology skills learned in college may be outdated by the time students graduate. Still others agree that a degree outside of technology is useful.

In Essay II, argue that higher education, especially a degree in the, humanities) does /does not add value to a job in technology. What is to be gained or lost when higher education is not a part of preparation for employment.

Alternatively, you may consider a field other than technology.

II.

In “Never Without a Book, “Haki Madhubuti catalogs his literary history and how it has led to him developing an “active consciousness.” The knowledge he has gained from books has helped him navigate life and make informed choices.

Categorize the books, experiences, films, or courses, etc., that have helped you make informed choices. Argue that this body of knowledge makes up a philosophy that can be valuable for other people to follow. If they do not adopt this philosophy, explain what they are missing.

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Length: 4-6pp.

Use three outside sources for evidence.

Include a concession and refutation.

Working Draft: 4/18; include a sentence outline using the argument template

Revision I: 4/25 ; include outside sources and MLA citations in your draft

Peer Review : 4/27

Revision II: 5/1 revision