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Let's be honest about schools like UofP and WGU. They exist to provide a cheap and easy way for experienced professionals to get that piece of paper to bypass a HR checkbox, nothing more. If you are serious about learning, look elsewhere.


I somewhat agree. I don't think UoPeople and WGU were individually founded for this purpose. But, I think they were made necessary by cultural forces which necessitate "that piece of paper to bypass an HR checkbox."

> If you are serious about learning, look elsewhere.

This is unfair though. You can still acquire a decent education through the school. Depending on your goals, it might be better to look elsewhere.


Is this conjecture or is there some truth to it? Got any reading or sources? Thanks.




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