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The term “learning environment” suggests place and space – a school, a classroom, a library. And indeed, much 21st century learning takes place in physical locations like these. But in today’s interconnected and technology-driven world, a learning environment can be virtual, online, remote; in other words, it doesn’t have to be a place at all. Perhaps a better way to think of 21st century learning environments is as the support systems that organize the condition in which humans learn best – systems that accommodate .Experts say 21st century learning must take place in contexts that promote interaction and a sense of community [that] enable formal and informal learning. Informal learning means upgradation of human ware. Need to develop attitude through skill monitoring.Many of the successful organizations that we see around us today attribute their success to employees who are empowered to learn and innovate at great speeds. The internet has caused an explosion of access to information on a global level, sparking the need for a paradigm shift in the way educational organizations function. In the era where almost everything is being supported by latest technology, we cannot continue with outdated methods of teaching and still expect to produce a work force which is ready to face the future challenges. .the rapid globalization, accelerating technology changes, massive demographic shifts demand change in education systems to a more modern format which is more learner friendly. We need to take advantage of developments in technology to secure an education that is relevant and responsive to the needs of society as it evolves. The purpose of this paper is to suggest various measures to improve the current methodology of teaching focusing mainly on classroom education.

Keywords

Case-Study; Digital Infrastructure; Effective Learning; Multimedia Tools; Skill Development

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