Blog #5 ASU offering shorter classes.

In The Arizona Republic's article from 2011, it talks about some big changes coming to ASU. Arizona State University plans to add more courses to their shorter class program they put into effect Jan 2012. By 'shorter class' I mean ASU is offering courses that can be completed in 7 1/2 weeks versus the traditional 15 week course. ASU will still keep their traditional 15 week courses as well, but are in the process of the shorter options. Just because the class is completed in half the time doesnt mean it will be half the work. While the course is half the time, it will still include 15 weeks worth of information and assignments.
 
Having taken excelerated courses myself, I find this to be a great alternative for ASU to offer. I feel like as long as the students know what they have in store work wise, they should consider this option. Finishing their degree in a shorter amount of time sounds like a great deal to me. Along with shorter degree time, by choosing the shorter class option students will also end up saving tuition money. Every college student enjoys saving money! Other changes include a couple extra days off in October that ASU students don't normally get. A little break is a nice treat during your busy school schedule. With any new idea, there will always be mixed feelings. Faculty has mixed emotions on the whole idea. Some feel the shorter classes wont teach the students as much academic input as a traditional course. While that seems correct in the time aspect, the students will still learn the same information, just more crammed into each week. I feel like both sides will never settle for any given situation, but the shorter class option is a good idea.