Duke University's Boulding on the State of Higher Education

The transcript discusses the adaptation to a 'Phygital' world combining physical and digital elements, future academic plans amid the pandemic, and the creation of successful educational bubbles. It highlights the importance of digital networking, the increase in business school applications, and the leadership qualities needed during crises, emphasizing the need for agility, adaptability, and a focus on community health.

What is the primary goal of operating in a 'Phygital' world?

• To enhance virtual learning

• To reduce physical interactions

• To maintain community health

• To increase digital presence

How does the educational 'bubble' differ from the NBA's bubble?

• It is more controlled

• It is stricter

• It allows people to go home

• It is larger in size

What role does technology play in maintaining educational connections?

• It replaces physical interactions

• It reduces the need for networking

• It keeps connections warm and opportunities alive

• It limits geographical reach

Why have business school applications increased during the pandemic?

• Due to a robust economy

• Because of a pandemic-stricken job market

• To avoid online learning

• To gain more leisure time

What is a key skill students need to develop for a volatile job market?

• Marketing skills

• Financial acumen

• Agility and adaptability

• Technical expertise

What are the three components of effective leadership mentioned?

• IQ, DQR, and SQ

• EQ, DQR, and SQ

• IQ, SQ, and EQ

• IQ, EQ, and DQR

What is the fourth crisis exposed by the pandemic according to the speaker?

• Economic crisis

• Crisis of technology

• Health crisis

• Crisis of leadership