Teaching TikTok: Meeting Today’s Learners Where They Are

Description: Today’s EMS classrooms are filled with learners shaped by social media, streaming, and short-form content. Gen Z consumes knowledge in 60-second bursts, while educators are used to hour-long lectures. This generational mismatch can leave students disengaged and instructors frustrated. This session explores how TikTok, memes, and microlearning are influencing modern learning styles. Participants will discover practical strategies to bridge the gap — from chunking content into digestible segments, to weaving pop culture into case discussions, to balancing entertainment with rigor.