Advantages and disadvantages of YouTube educational content?

YouTube has become a popular platform for educators to create and share educational content. The advantages of such content are that it is widely accessible, convenient, and affordable for students. It allows for self-paced learning, enhances digital literacy and promotes creativity. However, YouTube also presents certain disadvantages. There is a lack of quality control which results in a plethora of misinformation and unreliable sources, making it difficult for students to differentiate between credible and non-credible sources. Additionally, some educational content is substandard and not properly structured. It also increases screen time leading to negative effects on mental and physical health.

This mind map was published on 17 May 2023 and has been viewed 78 times.