Obama has pledged to direct funds to community colleges to aid in the retraining of workers for future jobs. Hoorah for the philosophy of the more you know, the more power you have! "President Barack Obama on Tuesday unveiled a $12 billion plan to help community colleges prepare millions of people for a new generation of jobs."
AP Article
The only problem in Obama's plan is the perceived problem with fewer folks completing a degree at the Community College level than at the 4-year colleges. People who understand community colleges know that they attract people who are dabbling, who might want to take just a few classes, or who want a certificate for a job training program -- NONE of which requires completing the necessary classes for an actual AA degree. Pushing these people to get AA degrees would not be in their best interest. Completion rates of AA degrees should NOT be part of any future funding plans.
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