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Looking for easiest Goal 5 classes in college, any ideas?

Hey, guys! So, I've read that some colleges have a Goal 5 requirement (related to social responsibility and ethical reasoning), and I'm curious. For those who've navigated this, do you have any input on the easiest Goal 5 courses you've taken or heard of? I know 'easy' is subjective, but let's say less time-intensive or not too rigorous content-wise.

a month ago

If you're looking for 'less intensive' Goal 5 classes - ones which satisfy social responsibility and ethical reasoning requirements - I would recommend you start by browsing the course catalog or even speaking to an academic advisor at your college. They can give you an idea of the courses that meet this requirement and their relative difficulty.

Now, while it's important to remember that what one student finds easy, another might find challenging, some courses are generally recognized to be more approachable than others. For instance, many students find that classes which discuss applied ethical or societal issues, like Business Ethics or Environmental Ethics, are engaging and manageable since they connect directly to real-world issues. These courses typically involve case studies and scenario-building exercises rather than abstract theoretical concepts.

Another way to potentially "lighten the load" is to consider how a Goal 5 course might complement your other coursework. For example, if you're a Political Science major, a course on Ethics in Government could tie directly into your major coursework, making the material more intuitive and less of a burden to study alongside your other classes.

Lastly, it's worth considering approaching this from a different angle: instead of looking solely for the 'easiest' course, look for one that genuinely interests you. When you're interested in the material, the workload often feels less overwhelming because you're more engaged in the material. Don't be afraid to branch out a bit - college is a great place to explore new subjects and ideas, after all!

a month ago

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