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Is there a case for a ‘‘liberal education’’?

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Since the creation of the trivium and quadrivium as the core for a post- secondary education,
education itself has undergone substantive change, particularly since the end of the eighteenth century.
Unspoken is the change in the population seeking such advanced knowledge, as well as the idea that
the original elements might be recast as liberal studies and STEM (science/technology/engineering/
mathematics); unspoken, too, are the ramifications. This paper aims to discuss these issues.
Design/methodology/approach – The increased emphasis on STEM and its applications has reduced
funding for liberal studies, leading to the potential for seriously reducing the perceived importance of the
humanities and related liberal studies. This creates a feedback loop, as the increasing cost of education
shifts the focus towards ‘‘practical’’ knowledge.
Findings – As with the trivium and quadrivium, where it was expected that the latter was focused on
work-related skills, there may be an increasing split in society between those who have the fiscal
resources and obtain a liberal education, and the balance who enter the applied professions, amplifying
the increasing socioeconomic gap in today’s society. It also becomes problematic for members of
society to effectively participate in the political process.
Originality/value – An innovative look at the need for liberal education in the modern world.

Keywords Knowledge, Philosophy, Economics, Science, Humanities, Education, STEM,
Liberal studies, Post-secondary education

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Judul Seri

On the Horizon,

No. Panggil

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Penerbit

: Emerald Group.,

Deskripsi Fisik

On the Horizon, Vol. 22 Iss 1 2014

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English

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10748121

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EKONOMI

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Asmawati/Syahrial

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