Quote by David Puttnam

There's always a miasma of misinformation emerging from the higher education sector as to which are the 'best' courses to take. My advice would always be to ignore the perceived wisdom and look for the most reliable evidence on the ground.

There's always a miasma of misinformation emerging from the

Summary

This quote suggests that there is often confusion and misinformation surrounding the topic of which courses are considered the best in higher education. The speaker advises against blindly following popular opinion and instead recommends seeking trustworthy evidence and information when deciding which courses to pursue. It emphasizes the importance of considering practical experience and research rather than relying solely on commonly held beliefs or perceptions.

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Wisdom

By David Puttnam

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