Today Apple announced the launch of iTunes U which makes course lectures and other educational materials accessible via Apple‘s iTunes software. Apple says that “students expect a campus environment that accommodates their digital lifestyle, adapts to their individual learning needs, and encourages collaboration and teamwork. Introducing a way to simplify and meet all these needs — iTunes U.” On the iTunes’ site they have an interesting case study of how students at the University of Michigan’s Dental School are using podcasts to review lectures during their freetime. Apple has historically had great relationships with schools and universities - something they are leveraging with the launch of iTunes U. AP article link

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