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As Dr. C. Paul Newhouse wrote in 2002, "While it would be convenient to be able to make a direct connection between the use of ICT and learning outcomes, most reputable educational researchers today would agree that there will never be a direct link because learning is mediated through the learning environment and ICT is only one element of that environment."

It must support four key components of learning: active engagement, participation in groups, frequent interaction and feedback, and connection to real-world experts.