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online tutorial covering numerous aspects of cascade impaction testing relevant to orally inhaled products. How is the tutorial organized? The free online tutorial is composed of multiple modules that cover vari- ous facets of cascade impaction the- ory and practice. Each 15-20 minute module is a continuous video presen- tation in which a narrator, aided by graphical illustrations and video demonstrations, explains topics related to CI in terms suitable for an audience with a scientific back- ground. The modular structure allows users to pick topics of their own interest, and to learn at their own pace, with the option to pause, rewind or skip ahead within any of the modules. Table 1 provides a list of modules that are currently available or in development. Our hope is that users will pick and choose topics of interest to them and that each module will provide a stimulating and engaging lesson on that topic in a manageable format. The modules can also serve as a more accessible complement to our pub- lished works, which of course will always be available to those inter- ested in a deeper dive into the sub- ject matter. roles to fulfill: scientist and educator. First and foremost, it is critical that the practices we advocate are sound. We devote a great deal of time and effort to develop and test ideas, draw- ing from the experience of our mem- bers and the scientific literature. However, to encourage adoption, we step into the role of educator where communication is key. Historically, we have relied primarily on publishing in peer-reviewed scien- tific journals as well as presenting at conferences and workshops to com- municate our findings to relevant stakeholders. While these approaches remain important and useful, their impact is generally limited to a rela- tively small audience. We have to consider that a large percentage of our target audience may not have access to the scientific literature or the resources to attend conferences. Moreover, while technical writing is essential for rigorous documentation of scientific accomplishments, it may not be an effective tool for explaining ideas to a large audience comprised of individuals with diverse learning styles. Thus, in an effort to bridge this gap and reach a broader population, we have undertaken an ambitious task of creating a comprehensive Content of the modules The first module, Fundamentals of Pharmaceutical Aerosols, covers not only the anatomy and physiology of the human respiratory tract, but also many of the underlying physical phe- nomena involved in delivering parti- cles to patients' airways. In the excerpt shown in Figure 1, the narrator uses continued from page 32 Figure 2 From Module 2, Theory of APSD Testing Available Online • Fundamentals of Pharmaceutical Aerosols • Theory of APSD Testing • Practice of APSD Testing • Data Analysis In Development • An Introduction to Efficient Data Analysis (EDA) • Performance Attributes of EDA • How to Use AIM and EDA • Regulatory Considerations • Clinically Relevant APSD Testing (in several mini-modules, such as: an overview, inlets, breathing simula- tion, inhaler facemask testing and testing for cases of sub-optimal use). Table 1 Currently Available and Planned Cascade Impaction Tutorial Modules 30 OCTOBER2016 Inhalation