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Bridging the Abyss
Forum on Public Policy: A Journal of the Oxford Round Table (2007)
  • Marianina Demetri Olcott, San Jose State University
Abstract

This paper seeks to explain the epistemological bases for the two cultures and to show why this disciplinary divide continues to plague American academic culture. Next, we discuss strategies for bridging the two cultures through general education curricula which promote mutual understanding of the two cultures while educating students in basic skills. Evidence is presented which shows the efficacy of these integrative, interdisciplinary curricula. In conclusion, we briefly mention some collaborative research efforts which indicate the enduring effects that such an education may have.

Keywords
  • general education curricula; specialization in American education
Publication Date
Winter 2007
Citation Information
Marianina Demetri Olcott. "Bridging the Abyss" Forum on Public Policy: A Journal of the Oxford Round Table (2007)
Available at: http://works.bepress.com/marianina_olcott/12/