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739: Resistance to Change in Higher Ed - with Dr. Brian Rosenberg, President Emeritus of Macalester College, President in Residence at Harvard Graduate School of Education, & Author
Nov 8, 2023
Dr. Brian Rosenberg, President Emeritus of Macalester College, shares insights on resistance to change in higher education. He discusses the challenges faced by change-makers in academia, the need to question orthodoxies, and creating ambidextrous organizations. The speakers also explore impediments to effective pedagogy and potential solutions to make education more accessible.
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- Exploring alternative models like self-directed learning and experiential education can lower costs and increase accessibility in higher education.
- Colleges and universities need to embrace new possibilities, such as online learning and pedagogical innovations, in order to reach new audiences and improve effectiveness.
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The Need for Change in Higher Education
Dr. Brian Rosenberg, author of the book 'Whatever It Is, I'm Against It: Resistance to Change in Higher Ed', discusses the need for transformation in higher education. He highlights the unsustainable financial model of colleges and universities, with skyrocketing costs and a shrinking pool of potential students. Rosenberg emphasizes the importance of exploring alternative models that can lower costs and increase accessibility, such as self-directed learning and experiential education. He also critiques the traditional academic calendar and calls for more innovative approaches to teaching and learning.
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