When the pandemic era ends, a return to old models may work for some institutions in some economies. What is more likely is that educational institutions that don’t start transforming now may become obsolete in the future. Hybrid models, bundling of learning content, crowdsourcing platforms and other educational shifts will continue to threaten traditional players if they don’t start to adapt. The market dynamics between developed and emerging countries might be different, but the purpose of secondary and tertiary education is ubiquitous: to prepare as many people as possible for a world of disruptive change. That outcome will lead to citizens who are better parents, spouses and partners, workers and community members.
