Like most traditional universities, ASU has classes that are 15 weeks long per semester (Fall and Spring). Now ASU has started classes that are half the time 7 1/2 weeks to complete. There still are courses that are 15 weeks long but with an option to complete the course in a shorter period of time.
This change helps the student with having a flexible schedule to work with because most college students work and are not able to balance out their time.
Financial situations are common with college students. This change will not only decreace the amount of hours spent per class each semester, but also decrease the amount the student will have to pay during a 7 1/2 week course instead of a 15 week course which is more expensive because more time is involved.
This is motivating and drawing more students to enroll at universities because the have a chance for flexible schedule and will be able to afford the classes. It is a way to help students finish faster and effeciently.
I personally think this format is awesome for those individuals who aspire to finish early and start their career. Those who can handle the time crunch in each class to finish the work that needs to be taught will do good. This semester is the first time that I took a shorter credit hour course that is hybrid and face-to-face. It is challenging me to be quick but effecient in my course work. Face-to-face and online is what I like, not just online, I learn physically and visually. Each and every student is different in the way of learning so it could be a good format for one person but not the other
Hi Asra. I enjoyed reading your opinion of ASU's shorter semester options. It offers students more choices which is always good. Anything that Universities can do to make education more accessible to students can only help to improve our educational system.
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