What US Colleges Must Do To Survive

Brief Summary

Pat Harker discusses rising costs, innovative teaching, and the future of higher education.

Key points

• The Rising Costs of Education. Pat Harker discusses why higher education costs are soaring and the skepticism surrounding its value.
• Innovations in Learning. Harker explores how technology can change education but emphasizes the need for new teaching methods.
• The Role of Mentorship. Harker shares a personal story about how a mentor changed his life and perspective on education.
• The Future of Education. A faculty member believes in preparing for the future of education through technology.
• Concerns for Small Colleges. Moody's downgrades indicate that small colleges may not survive without change.
• The Importance of Change. Universities must seize opportunities or risk decline in a competitive landscape.