Are there any class size limits for a course to be recognized as fulfilling a General Education requirement?
No. Although class size affects the nature and quality of learning that can be provided, there are many other factors that also contribute. The important issue is not that there are some small classes that follow a particular format, but rather that the overall undergraduate experience, including non-course activities, contributes to a quality education. While the Program does not limit class size, it also does not require that students take particular courses, other than “Freshmen English.” As a result, students are not funneled into a few courses to meet the requirements of the General Education Program. Rather they are encouraged to take a variety of course, thereby reducing the class size in most situations. Of course, the General Education Program is not “written in stone.” If later assessments indicate that class size is a critical issue, adjustments can be made to address this.
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