How to Start a School With Your Friends

FractalU is a decentralized "school" where adults learn from living rooms in New York City. Founded by Mari and her friends, it started as a weekly meetup for taking an online course together, which led to a low-overhead, low-cost model for teaching original material. The platform has grown organically, with instructors chosen based on their social skills and character, and students enjoy the social container of learning with friends.