This post reflects the opinions of the author and not necessarily those of Mashable as a publication. Greg Steen currently serves as a trendspotter for Moxie, discovering and assessing marketing implications for global trends. He has over five years experience in analyzing trends and creating strategic campaigns for brands such as Verizon Wireless, Marriott and the Alzheimer's Association.

"Teachers say students are more interested in learning because it's happening where they want to be-on the cutting edge of technology."

An article advocating K-12 experiences and school culture shift that instill students with motivation, skills, confidence

The article points to the fact that professors and teachers already invite special guests using the same technology, so why not have absent students still be present in the same way? So, where should the line be drawn?

I was introduced to pro-social gaming last semester, and I found it to be quite an interesting topic. I think it can be done!