The university as a cloud: Openness in education (invited talk)

This talk looks at how Universities need to apply the concept of “open” across their entire enterprise. The boundaries between the university and the world outside of the university are becoming increasingly blurry. The move toward a more porous approach across the domain of higher education activity is necessary to maintain the relevance, value, and competitive advantages of institutions, as society becomes increasingly open. Openness and transparency is a trait that is becoming “expected” for individuals, governments, and higher education. We will examine opportunities for universities to accentuate and enhance their strengths and positive qualities in an era of openness.