But how do you factor this into the equation when we are primarily focused on the technology related to the content fucntion. First, let me suggest that economics is a factor. In fact, what technology is doing is allowing the university to be deconstructed and purcahsable like a car, with or without accessories. This now brings us to the heart of this discussion. Some are full service such as Real Education which provides the virtual space and support and the schools provide the content.
Blackboard is one such tool which many universities are adopting for their delviery vehicle.
Thus, much of the struggle to develop delivery vehicles has been anwered by the private sector. One of the technology vendors is even allowing professors to put up their courses on site at no cost but is charging if an institution wants to use these courses- virtual class publishing which allows a university prof to expand opportunities. Indeed the university has become a giant box of Leggo's. This is not the future- this is here today.