The mode of coordination and accountability needs to shift from hierarchical bureaucracy to dynamic linking, i.e. to a way of dynamically linking the education system to self-driven learning of the students.

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Mitra said he doesn't think teachers are obsolete but suggests their roles may be changing as students increasingly have access to self-learning through computers.

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The key to lifelong learning is to be self-conscious about keeping these matters top-of-mind for students.

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