Is an institution that offers a biblical higher education academically inferior to other types of colleges?
This is a common stereotype, but it amounts to unfounded folklore. The term biblical higher education is not an oxymoron! Some prevailing attitudes amount to little more than religious discrimination. For example, many assert that study of the Bible is unworthy of serious academic pursuit. Others assert that adherence to philosophical and doctrinal tenets are inimical to academic freedom and true education. (Ironically, these critics fail to recognize the philosophical absolutism inherent in their own position). General education is a common element in most college degree programs. The idea of general education is to equip students with the knowledge and skills they need for thinking and citizenship throughout life. Contrary to popular belief, students attending ABHE accredited institutions are generally required to complete more general education course work than many of their counterparts in other sectors of higher education. ABHE accredited colleges must require students to complete
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