Quote by George Bernard Shaw

What is the matter with universities is that the students are school children, whereas it is of the very essence of university education that they should be adults.

What is the matter with universities is that the students ar

Summary

This quote highlights the author's belief that universities face a major issue: students are treated like school children rather than as adults. The essence of university education, according to the author, lies in the growth and development of young individuals into mature adults. So, universities failing to recognize and enable this transition is seen as a problem. The quote implies that universities should provide an environment and opportunities for students to take on adult responsibilities, think critically, and foster intellectual independence.

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By George Bernard Shaw

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