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Higher education refers to a level of education that is provided at academies, universities, colleges, vocational universities, community colleges, liberal arts colleges, institutes of technology and certain other collegiate-level institutions, such as vocational schools, trade schools, and career colleges, that award academic degrees or professional certifications. Since 1950, Article 2 of the first Protocol to the European Convention on Human Rights obligates all signatory parties to guarantee the right to education. At the world level, the United Nations International Covenant on Economic, Social and Cultural Rights of 1966, guarantees this right under its Article 13, which states that "higher education shall be made equally accessible to all, on the basis of capacity, by every appropriate means, and in particular by the progressive introduction of free education". From Wikipedia under the
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Q. Explain For example: to learn, get a higher paying job - but elaborate Why do you think it's good to continue education? Asked by Missy - Mon Apr 16 22:46:00 2007 - - 6 Answers - 0 Comments A. Yes, I think it is a great idea to pursue higher education, especially in today's competitive world. It is not necessarily about a "high" paying job but a decent job that you can support a family. Most decent jobs require college education if not more. More and more young people are going to college and even graduate school. I am glad that I did it. Answered by RedSoxFan - Mon Apr 16 22:50:39 2007 From Yahoo Answer Search: "Higher Education"
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