Apple offers college lectures via podcasts

"In its latest move to broaden its iPod and iTunes franchises, Apple Computer Inc. has introduced "iTunes U," a nationwide expansion of a service that makes course lectures and other educational materials accessible via Apple's iTunes software."

http://www.businessweek.com/ap/financialnews/D8FDJTHO0.htm?campaign_id=apn_tech_up&chan=tc

 

I hope this doesn't turn into a thread on if Apple is accredited or not.

I did see someone wanting to sue Apple because the iPods can cause hearing loss.

 

Duke students EXPECTED to use iPods!

Duke Sees Growth in Classroom iPod Use

Since last year, students using iPods in the classroom has quadrupled and the number of courses incorporating the devices has doubled


http://www.dukenews.duke.edu/2005/12/ipodupdate.html

 

Simply a growing trend, or an unstoppable force in the making?

Given the popularity of the iPod (and with Apple's backing), this has the potential to turn into a real juggernaut.

Here's yet another story: Neb. Professor Uses IPod for Lectures