Monthly Archives: August 2010

Bill Gates Comments On Online Education

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Education At A Crossroads

With the recent upheaval in for-profit education, questions have surfaced regarding the viability of its model.  Here are a few observations: 1.  The Department of Education has classified 73% of all post-secondary students as “non-traditional.”  Online and hybrid modes of delivery … Continue reading

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Strict Regulations On The Horizon

The GAO hearing on for-profit education before congress on Wednesday will surely lead to stricter regulations across the board, and rightfully so.  There will be additional scrutiny on this industry that will separate the wheat from the chaff.  An example of … Continue reading

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GAO Undercover Investigation

News has leaked about the GAO undercover investigation of the admissions and recruiting practices of 15 for-profit schools and it does not bode well for the industry as a whole.  The hearing today that includes video of some of the interviews … Continue reading

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