Review of The Abundant University: Remaking Higher Education for a Digital World, by Michael. D. Smith
Year: 2025
Type: article
Abstract: The author points out that the business model employed by higher education institutions is not accessible to lower-income families.Currently, university degrees are used as a form of credentials for high-paying jobs.However, Smith proposes Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs), online university programs, or other forms of online training as an "abundant" and accessible alternative to developing professional skills.To conclude his argument, Smith reminds readers that the plan for an abundant education model only expands higher education and does not replace the traditional residential university experience.The author also responds to criticisms he has received for the abundant higher education model, such as online education may have lower quality instruction, residential university models are important for student development, and online education may create more inequities.In his closing remarks, Smith outlines how online education can provide access and opportunities that align with the higher goals and mission statements of higher education institutions.
Source: Education Review
DOI: 10.14507/er.v32.4127
Author: Leslie Brown
Institution: Utah State University
Language: English
Subfield: Information Systems
Field: Computer Science
Domain: Physical Sciences
SDG: Quality education
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4411205982