college vs the real world
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College vs. “The Real World”BY NATHAN FOX
Similarities:-Learning-Everyday is a Challenge/Adventure-Help is always available
Differences:-Hypothetical vs. genuine application-Knowledge retention-Approach to solutions
Difference: Hypothetical vs. Genuine Application
School: -Simplified problems-Ideal conditions-Numbers based-“When am I ever going to use this?”
The Real World: -Actual chemical plants-Non-ideal conditions-Logic/concept based
School: Hypothetical The Real World:Genuine Application
Difference: Knowledge RetentionSchool:
-Cram for tests-Material forgotten quickly
The Real World: -A project is a large puzzle-Can’t learn and forget-Ready for customer’s questions
School: Knowledge Retention
The Real World: Knowledge Retention
Difference: Approach to Solutions
School: -Prof gives you a problem-Prof tells you how to solve it-You replicate the steps
The Real World: -Customer gives a desired outcome
-You must figure out the how
School: Approach to Solutions
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School: Approach to Solutions
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-10 pts
The Real World: Approach to Solutions
Control Narrative
What I’ve learned: 1. You are never done learning 2. Don’t assume 3. With great responsibility comes great… Organization 4. Good co-workers make work enjoyable 5. “Thank God its Friday”