Career Technical Education Martha Nussbaum

Accountable. Passionate. Purposeful. These are all facets of effective educators at institutions around the world. Most parents want their children to attend a prestigious university so they can secure a well-paying job. However, this should not be the focus of schooling. Students need to learn skills for living and interacting with others in society, outside of a work atmosphere. This essay will assert that the purpose of education is to foster critical thinking, practical abilities, and career preparation, not . leading to breakthroughs for individuals and society as a whole.
The first main goal of education should be to produce democratic citizens who critically think. If the arts and humanities continue to be undervalued, Martha Nussbaum,
While for some this means taking vocational courses, others do not have a clear career path in mind during their time at a university. For those who know what they want to do in the future, their college should provide them with networking opportunities. Through having meetings with alumni, students could find a mentor, employment, or even have job shadowing opportunities. At many high schools, upperclassmen have the chance to take Career-Technical Education classes. Starting their junior year, they can learn and concentrate on the skillset of a certain career, from a dental assistant to a graphic designer. Examples of vocational training for those at a 4-year institution include in the fields of accounting and engineering. On the other hand, the education of those who are unsure should focus on “skills and knowledge of the kind best learned through formal education” (Bok, 2006, 79). During their schooling, they should be proactively trying to figure out what interests them. Undergraduates can accomplish this by taking career exploration classes, attending job fairs, talking to alumni in different fields, or even conversing with their professors. Also, for all students, but especially those with an undeclared major, learning about a wide range of topics is advantageous. By taking liberal arts courses, students can become more well-rounded and determine their interests. According to Nussbaum, employers often prefer those with a liberal arts background because they have “flexibility and the creativity to succeed in a dynamic business environment” (Nussbaum, 2010, 112). While some might want to start training for their future career right away, it is important for them to still take liberal arts classes. This type of curriculum can teach lessons that can help one adapt to and be successful in the workforce. Preparation for one’s future occupation should be fulfilled through