It's not even a question.
In these circles, to a certain extent you can't even ask whether these tools
actually further learning. It's a given. But then, each field has its own axiomatic
givens which, if called into question, would perhaps cause it to stop functioning.
The attempt to convert a gut assumption into a workable truth can be a very positive
impetus in furthering that field.
Go to: A dissenting voice, or
Go to: A
magic strand?