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# Episode 153: Rethinking Learning for a Changing World

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The global evolution of higher education demands institutions break free from traditional infrastructure, embracing a new model that equips students to tackle real-world challenges and remain competitive in the job market. Adaptation is crucial as institutions strive to stay relevant amidst the rapidly changing landscape of higher ed, in North America and across the world.

On this episode, Carl Gombrich, Dean and Academic Lead of The London Interdisciplinary School discusses the current state of higher ed in the UK and the re-imagination required to meet the needs of today’s learners.

 

**Full Episode**

* Access the raw transcript [here. ](https://illuminationbymoderncampus.buzzsprout.com/)*

[Listen on Spotify](https://open.spotify.com/show/3hXu2ictlccsgY9XIYGchi)  [Listen on Apple Podcasts](https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/illumination-by-modern-campus/id1575912479)

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[Episode 255: The Liberal Arts Advantage in a Changing World](https://moderncampus.com/podcast/episode-255) 

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[Episode 254: Why Higher Education Needs More On-Ramps and Off-Ramps](https://moderncampus.com/podcast/episode-254) 

[Learn More →](https://moderncampus.com/podcast/episode-254)

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[Episode 253: The Road From Classroom to Career](https://moderncampus.com/podcast/episode-253) 

[Learn More →](https://moderncampus.com/podcast/episode-253)

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