TED: How college loans exploit students for profit | Sajay Samuel

TED: How college loans exploit students for profit | Sajay Samuel

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11th Grade - University

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The video discusses the growing issue of student debt in America, highlighting how education has shifted from being a public good to a consumer product. It compares past and present education costs, critiques the notion of the college premium, and proposes Income-Based Tuition as a solution to manage education costs and prevent financial ruin. The video also explores the branding of diplomas and the marketing tactics used to promote higher education.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What does the speaker mean by 'college premium' and how is it critiqued?

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3 mins • 1 pt

Discuss the impact of student debt on graduates' financial stability as described in the text.

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What are the potential benefits of Income-Based Tuition as mentioned in the text?

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What role does the speaker believe curiosity and love of learning should play in education?

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