Jaschik, S. (2009) Founder Explains U. of the People Inside Higher Education, March 5
Shai Reshef wants to offer low-cost, quality higher education all over the world, and particularly in countries where options are limited and students have relatively little money. His solution is the University of the People, which would offer free online degrees. Article includes access a 16 minute podcast.
One concept is students helping to teach each other.
For another article, from the Los Angeles Times, see:
Abdulrahim, A. (2009) Pasadena-based plan for online university draws interest, skepticism Los Angeles Times, March 9
Dr. Tony Bates is the author of eleven books in the field of online learning and distance education. He has provided consulting services specializing in training in the planning and management of online learning and distance education, working with over 40 organizations in 25 countries. Tony is a Research Associate with Contact North | Contact Nord, Ontario’s Distance Education & Training Network.
