Shai Reshef: An ultra-low-cost college degree

The transcript discusses the barriers to higher education, such as financial, cultural, and capacity issues, and introduces the University of the People as a solution. This nonprofit, tuition-free, degree-granting university aims to make higher education accessible to all qualified students worldwide. It operates virtually, reducing costs and using peer-to-peer learning. The university offers business administration and computer science programs, ensuring affordability and accessibility. With recent accreditation, the university plans to scale up and invites others to replicate its model, aiming to transform higher education from a privilege to a basic right.

What was Patrick's main obstacle in pursuing higher education?

• Lack of interest

• Financial constraints

• Cultural barriers

• Language difficulties

Why couldn't Debbie pursue higher education?

• She didn't want to leave her job

• She lacked the necessary qualifications

• She couldn't afford the tuition

• She was not interested in studying

What is one of the main financial barriers to higher education mentioned in the transcript?

• High cost of textbooks

• Expensive university fees

• Lack of scholarships

• Costly transportation

What cultural barrier prevents some women in Africa from accessing higher education?

• Cultural norms

• Language barriers

• Financial constraints

• Lack of interest

What is the primary goal of the University of the People?

• To offer a scalable and affordable alternative to traditional universities

• To focus solely on technology education

• To replace all traditional universities

• To provide free education to everyone

How does the University of the People reduce costs for students?

• By using open educational resources

• By charging high tuition fees

• By offering only online courses

• By limiting the number of students

What is a key feature of the University of the People's learning model?

• Individual learning

• Peer-to-peer learning

• Lecture-based learning

• Video-based learning

What is the cost for a full-time bachelor's degree at the University of the People?

• $10,000 per year

• $1,000 per year

• $500 per year

• $4,000 per year

What recent achievement has the University of the People accomplished?

• Partnering with a tech company

• Launching a new program

• Receiving full accreditation

• Opening a new campus

What is the future vision for higher education according to the transcript?

• To eliminate all traditional universities

• To focus on technology education

• To become a basic right accessible to all

• To remain a privilege for the few