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LEAP Tool Kit: Public Opinion Data

AAC&U is commissioning and analyzing research studies that explore how college students, prospective college students, parents, business leaders, and recent college graduates view higher education today. AAC&U is assessing these various groups’ understanding of and attitudes toward liberal education and key outcomes of college in the 21st century.

Two National Polls Detail What Students Need to Succeed in New Global Economy

New January 2008 report on findings from a survey of business leaders: "How Should Colleges Assess And Improve Student Learning? Employers' Views on the Accountability Challenge."

See the full 2008 report (pdf) or view the powerpoint presentation of the results.

A report from an earlier survey (January 2007), “How Should Colleges Prepare Students To Succeed in Today’s Global Economy?" (pdf), suggests that 2/3 of employers say graduates lack essential skills and that 76 percent endorse a liberal education that provides broad knowledge and skills, specific skills appropriate for chosen fields, and real-world applications.

More Public Opinion Data

Other research on higher education and liberal education issues:

 

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