Years ago, as personal computers and other technological advancements began to find their way into classrooms and other educational settings, teachers and administrators sought ways to use new technology to benefit students. The potential for improving education was clear, but the limitations of the available education technology made it difficult for education institutions to turn that potential into reality. But the unrelenting pace of technological advancements has created more options and has put more power in the hands of individuals. In this article, the author discusses how technological advances that give students more control of their education are changing schools and universities.