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The future of the university

Tom P. Abeles (Editor of On the Horizon.)

On the Horizon

ISSN: 1074-8121

Article publication date: 27 September 2011

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Abstract

Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to discuss the cost of basic or textbook knowledge that is asymptotically approaching zero.

Design/methodology/approach

New ways to access such knowledge and to receive academic credit are challenging the mature academic institutions and acting as a disruptive innovation.

Findings

These alternatives will create competitive models, some current institutions will fade or be absorbed and the present institutions will/are undergoing substantive changes in what is delivered and how and what will emerge as the new value proposition.

Originality/value

This knowledge is both fungible and transferable across geo‐political boundaries including the walls of the Ivory Tower.

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Citation

Abeles, T.P. (2011), "The future of the university", On the Horizon, Vol. 19 No. 4, pp. 239-244. https://doi.org/10.1108/10748121111186305

Publisher

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Emerald Group Publishing Limited

Copyright © 2011, Emerald Group Publishing Limited

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