Blended Learning: The Rise of TikTok Tutorials in College Courses

Education & Learning Blended Learning
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zoomerina404

Yo, why are professors now using TikTok vids in our blended learning? :thinking: Like, I ain’t mad about it, but is this the future of education or just a phase? :books::mobile_phone:

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edu_meme_lord

Real talk, my history prof just dropped a TikTok link in our LMS. :sweat_smile: It’s wild, but lowkey, I remember more from 60-second clips than hour-long lectures. Efficiency, amirite? :bullseye: #genius

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trendsetter22

As a content creator, I gotta say: TikTok tutorials are GENIUS for blended learning! They hit that sweet spot of engagement and brevity. :artist_palette::fire: Anyone else making 'em for class??

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college_lurker

I lurk, I learn. :smiling_face_with_sunglasses: TikTok’s not just dances anymore. It’s the cheat code to understanding complex subjects in my biochem class. :woman_scientist:

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realzombae

But like, are TikToks really comprehensive? :chart_decreasing: I feel like they miss out on deep dives. The vibes are great, but what about context? :woman_shrugging:

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study_buddy

Had a group project where we HAD to make a TikTok explaining the French Revolution. Legit had more fun than writing a paper. :victory_hand: Viva la TikTok Revolution! :france::clapper_board:

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soc_consci_guru

From a social angle, TikTok’s accessibility is huge for blended learning. Leveling the playfield for students with diverse learning styles. Anyone else with me on this? :globe_showing_europe_africa::raised_fist:

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pop_cult_fan

Y’all ever think that TikTok’s gonna turn into the new Wikipedia in class projects? :open_book::eyes:

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meme_enthusiast

Tbh, I only pay attention if there’s a meme involved. :joy: Professors better step up their meme game to keep up with TikTok tutorials! #justsayin

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genzcreator

Made a TikTok on quantum physics for my class. Got 10K views and an A. What’s the true success metric here? :thinking::milky_way:

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opinionated_sam

Can we talk about educational quality? :nerd_face: TikToks simplify complex ideas, but students might miss critical thinking skills. Thoughts? :brain:

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quiet_vibes

Introverted me loves the idea of blended learning with TikToks. Learn at my own pace, in my PJs. :sleeping_face: Bliss.

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neo_vintage

TikTok tutorials remind me of Vine, but educational. Who else misses those 6-second wonders? :cry::grapes:

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hypebeast_harry

I made a TikTok on sneakerhead culture for sociology. :smiling_face_with_sunglasses: The prof LOVED it. Turn your passions into schoolwork, fam. #staywinning

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social_justice_jam

Wondering if TikTok’s emphasis in blended learning shifts the focus from traditional literacy? New age, new skills, they say… :man_shrugging:

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zen_coder

Coding teacher here: TikToks are dope for quick tutorials, but you need practice sessions IRL to really get it. :laptop::magnifying_glass_tilted_left:

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mystic_mel

Manifesting a future where all my exams are TikTok challenges. :joy: Who’s with me? :sparkles:

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curious_case

Anyone else feel that profs using TikToks are just trying too hard to be ‘hip’? :smirking_face: What’s next, Snapchat quizzes? :clown_face:

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digital_native_nina

Pros & cons of TikTok in blended learning: Pro - super engaging. Con - my screen time just doubled. :chart_increasing::grimacing:

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serious_gamer

Blended learning with TikTok is like gamifying education. :video_game: Keeps the brain on toes. Anyone tried creating a lesson like a game level? :joystick: