It will take a generation for the mindset to change that a purely online degree or a collection of classes from something like EdX are equal to 'Degree from State U'.
For the masses, yes. But for those willing to take their future into their own hands, I think you'll see a shift away from traditional college education.
Really think that apprenticeship should make a comeback in America. I know I would have benefited from spending some time in industry after high school.
The problem is that the reason for getting a degree isn't to become "educated" it's to be come employable. And until employers start to look at an online degree or an apprenticeship as comparable in value to attending college for 4 years it won't make sense for any rational person to take that path.
