Thursday, April 9
10:00 AM-11:00 AM
EDT
General Session - https://zoom.us/j/106129712

Beyond the Digital Revolution: Tertiary/Post-Secondary Education in the Age of Disruption

Keynote ID: 56273
  1. Nicky Mohan
    InfoSaavy21

Abstract: The traditional four-year college experience is as British as “Bob’s your uncle.” So is the belief that higher education provides a one-way ticket to a better life. But with student debt out of control and unemployment of college graduates at historic levels, people are beginning to question that value. In this provocative session, the presenter argues that the higher education system as we know it is broken. The great credential race has fostered an environment where even middle-tier institutions can charge elite university-level tuition while concealing staggeringly low graduation rates, and churning out graduates with few of the skills needed for a rapidly evolving economy. The presentation not only turns a critical eye on the current state of higher education but also predicts how technology and innovative thinking will transform it for the better. Mobile devices, social networks, games-based and virtual learning environments, hybrid classes, adaptive learning software, the unbundling of traditional degree credits, and the Uberfication of education will expand access to high-quality education regardless of budget or location, and tailor lesson plans to individual needs. One thing is certain—the Class of 2024 will have a radically different college experience than their parents. Attendees will be provided with access to an extensive digital library of resources aligned to the Beyond the Digital Revolution presentation.

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