Global Classrooms

From the New York Times... Published: February 10, 2008

Global Classrooms: U.S. Universities Rush to Set Up 
Outposts Abroad 

Yes, they kinda get the idea... but not quite...

Physical campuses... lots of cost... lots of logistics... tiny 
enrollments... face modality only... no effective, planned use 
of advanced technologies... 19th Century approach... 
"research oriented", meaning dependence largely on 
government handouts... break even business model (at best)... 
minimal social and business impact (except for elites).

Virtual campuses... minimal cost, spread worldwide... 
simple, well understood web logistics... high enrollments... 
all modalities, but primarily online... embrace of all rational 
cutting edge technologies... 21st Century approach... 
"teaching oriented", meaning focused on student 
development and achievement... profit business model... 
dramatic impact across all segments of developing 
societies.

Which one makes the most sense to you?