Learning is no longer constrained to the classroom or lecture hall. Today's students expect teaching to be available 24/7 and on whatever device they own and to be interactive and engaging. Educators need to become familiar with computer-based teaching tools and learn how to implement them or risk losing their audience. Use of these tools is not merely converting the medium, say from a VHS (video home system) tape to a YouTube stream, but incorporating the features of the educational tools to facilitate active learning. Social media has become a force in the educational arena, providing a foundational framework.
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