They became centers of learning because the monks had to know how to read and write. It was a basic skill to be able to do these in the monastery ("Medieval"). They needed to be able to read and write so they could write the scriptures.
"Medieval Monasteries." History Learning Site. Web. 19 Apr. 2010.
"File:Catholic Church of St. Francis Ksaver, Monastery of Jesuits, MahiloÅ.jpg - Wikimedia Commons." Main Page - Wikimedia Commons. Web. 19 Apr. 2010.
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