The year 2009 marked the global outbreak of a new strain of H1N1 influenza virus, otherwise referred to as "swine flu".  Classes and even work were disrupted in some schools and offices.  A not-so-recent article quoted the U.S. Secretary of Education, Arne Duncan, in August 24, 2009, "Schools and colleges should be ready with hard-copy packets and online lessons to keep learning going even if swine flu sickens large numbers of students this year."

Technology like MEL can be a big help in preparing and coping during this time.  It can keep lessons on-going through online teaching.  Teachers and students may also communicate virtually.

Though recent reports confirm a decrease of influenza cases in some regions and a slight increase in some areas, MEL continues to provide a great way to prepare for the flu.

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