This document discusses teaching methods that go beyond traditional lectures by incorporating more participatory and social learning approaches that align better with today's students. It notes that the current generation of students is accustomed to both online and in-person socialization and experiences that are increasingly mobile. Research suggests incorporating more opportunities for deep learning through activities like analysis, synthesis and evaluation rather than purely memorization. The document provides examples of participatory tools and formats like VoiceThreads, wikis and mobile lectures that engage students both in and outside the classroom. Student comments provide evidence that these newer approaches helped promote deeper learning and understanding of course materials.