Despite many criticisms, lectures continue to be a major method of higher education instruction. What is the explanation for this continued popularity? Can the lecture adapt to new educational demands? What is the most effective way to use lecture? And, most important of all, what is the future of lecture as educational technology plays a more important role in higher education? This article will attempt to provide at least tentative answers to these questions.
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