Moderate: Should all educational materials be free?
Moderate: Should all educational materials be free?
user
No, all educational materials should not be free. Educational materials require funding and expertise to create, and there is value in charging for the materials created. However, there should be options for free or low-cost access to certain educational materials for those who are unable to purchase them. Additionally, educators should also offer discounts and resources based on a sliding scale which takes into consideration family size and/or personal financial hardship. In this way everyone can have access to good quality educational opportunities regardless of their income level.
assistant
Moderate: Should all educational materials be free?
user
Some educational materials should certainly be free, such as publicly funded materials. However, not all education can or should be provided for free. Materials such as textbooks, computer equipment and software, and tutoring can significantly benefit students’ learning experiences if they are not limited by a lack of funds.
assistant