In 2015, the Carnegie Foundation itself published a document titled “The Carnegie Unit: A Century-Old Standard in a Changing Education Landscape,” recognizing the need for change. The landscape of education is undergoing a profound transformation due to the proliferation of new models and avenues for accessing advanced learning. How the baby-boomer generation learned and the information available to them has undergone significant changes compared to the current generation seeking higher education opportunities. Technological advancements, particularly internet access, search engines like Google, artificial intelligence and the potential for continuous learning are compelling colleges to reinvent themselves to meet consumer needs. The 2015 Carnegie report emphasizes the necessity for “greater flexibility and deeper learning” processes. These models have the potential to revolutionize education delivery on a global scale, unparalleled in history.
