As a future teacher, I found this topic very interesting. We are on the verge of a new wave of technology which involves web casts and online courses. The idea is that the teacher will record the lecture for students to watch at home and then the class will be left for homework and questions. In theory, I think this is a great idea, especially in math. But realistically, it could be detrimental to a students education. Most of the students will not sit down at home and watch an hour lecture. They haven't developed that sense of urgency or responsibility yet in high school. This idea is called a flipped classroom. Check out this article for a better understanding and an overview of the benefits and disadvantages.
http://www.slj.com/2013/04/standards/flipping-the-classroom-a-revolutionary-approach-to-learning-presents-some-pros-and-cons/#_
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