January 30, 2012

"Abelard to Apple: The Fate of American Colleges and Universities" Guest: Richard DeMillo If you or your teen are planning to go to college in the next few years, then you will want to listen to; Dr. Melody, and her guest Richard DeMillo, tackle a range of hard-hitting topics addressed in his new book "Abelard to Apple: The Fate of American Colleges and Universities". DeMillo chronicles how higher education institutions, clinging to a centuries-old model, are ignoring the social, historical, and economic forces at work in today's world. After outlining the obstacles, DeMillo defines the 10 rules successful institutes are implementing to survive and thrive in the 21st Century. And, for students and their families examining their placement options, he also includes frequently "overlooked" criteria that should be added to their check list.