Therein lies the problem. Math is made by mathematicians, not by Karens whose mothers attend parties thrown by Ghislaine Maxwell. Sometimes you think that's what's behind the secular stagnation.
In this specific example, I very much see the point of a Math class for those not actively pursuing a heavily mathematics-embedded career is just the exposure to ideas. Being a stickler for total competency does nothing to encourage exposure; I'd almost argue there's room to grade the two groups on separate scales.
Do I remember the formulas or operations from my higher levels math classes? Largely no. Do I think they were a worthwhile endeavor? Absolutely, I was profoundly affected.
The long-term value of classes for those who largely won't use the skill in the future is the mind opening exposure, not the competency we test for.
Do I remember the formulas or operations from my higher levels math classes? Largely no. Do I think they were a worthwhile endeavor? Absolutely, I was profoundly affected.
The long-term value of classes for those who largely won't use the skill in the future is the mind opening exposure, not the competency we test for.