1. Several years ago the Maritime Provinces Higher Education Commission reported that students who took a full course load graduated much sooner than those who did not. There is a strong belief among many government bodies that they can increase graduation rates and reduce degree completion times by pushing students to take a full course load (5 courses) each term. Based upon this, the Nova Scotia government offered to pay off student loans for those who graduated on time (in 4 years) as an incentive to get students to take a full load. Universities in the US pushed state institutions to give financial incentives to get students to take a full load or penalties to those who didn't. In all cases, these bodies thought that it was in the best interests of students to push them to take a full load and thus graduate sooner. 
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3. Why do you think the conclusion is flawed?

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The conclusion that pushing students to take a full course load is in their best interests and will result in faster graduation is flawed for several ... View the full answer