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1067: Higher Education | Skeptical Sunday
The Jordan Harbinger Show
Diploma Mill Anecdote
Summary: A man intentionally failed 79 out of 100 questions on a diploma mill's test and was still offered an associate's degree. Diploma mills are a lucrative business, with one individual in Romania earning $50 million in a year. Legitimate colleges adhere to academic standards, while diploma mills operate as scams.Insights:
- Diploma mills profit by exploiting the desire for credentials without genuine learning.
- Accreditation processes, though imperfect, act as a safeguard against subpar institutions.
- The story highlights the absurdity of diploma mills and their willingness to grant degrees regardless of merit. Proper Nouns:
- Romania: The location of an individual who profited immensely from selling fake degrees.
- Degreeinfo.com and DegreeDiscussion.com: Websites that compile lists of suspected diploma mills.
Research:
- What legal ramifications exist for operating or utilizing diploma mills?
- How prevalent is the use of fake degrees across different industries?
- What technological solutions can help verify the authenticity of academic credentials?
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