
Fixing Higher Education & New Startup Opportunities with Marc and Ben
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The Crisis in Universities and Potential Startup Opportunities in Higher Education
The current crisis in universities, particularly American universities, is a significant issue as they are crucial institutions globally. Understanding universities as systems with accumulated problems that need reform is essential. The approach is not just to criticize but to be constructive by identifying structural issues. This crisis has led to emerging startup opportunities in higher education, driven by the need to reach more students globally. These opportunities could involve building new institutions, companies, nonprofits, research initiatives, or enhancing traditional university functions to adapt to the evolving world.
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