Abstract

The internet is changing the face of education in the world today. More people have access to more information than ever before, and new programs are organizing and providing educational content for free to millions of internet users worldwide. This content ranges from interesting facts and demonstrations that introduce a topic to entire university courses. Some of these programs look familiar and draw from the media and education of the past, building off the groundwork laid by television programs like Watch Mr. Wizard, Bill Nye the Science Guy, and Reading Rainbow, with others more reminiscent of traditional classroom lectures. Some programs, on the other hand, are truly a product of modern internet culture and fan communities. While styles and target audiences vary greatly, the focus is education, clarifying misconceptions, and sparking an interest in learning. Presented will be a survey of current online education, resources, and outreach, as well as the state of acoustics in online education.

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