i-Pod becomes a tool for learning

The latest phenomenon in broadcasting is being used by two science lecturers at the
Dr. Andy Breen and Dr. Siân Jones, both Physics lecturers at the
Once recorded, each 50 minute lecture is transformed into a 30megabyte file which can be downloaded by students registered on the course onto an i-Pod or other similar MP3 players from the University’s Blackboard web pages.
Blackboard is a web-based virtual learning environment, which allows access to teaching and learning materials, and a number of tools for flexible online learning.
Dr. Andy Breen has been ‘podcasting’ lectures since the autumn of 2004 and is believed to be one of the first to use the technology in this way.
Register now to continue reading
Thanks for visiting The Engineer. You’ve now reached your monthly limit of premium content. Register for free to unlock unlimited access to all of our premium content, as well as the latest technology news, industry opinion and special reports.
Benefits of registering
-
In-depth insights and coverage of key emerging trends
-
Unrestricted access to special reports throughout the year
-
Daily technology news delivered straight to your inbox
Water Sector Talent Exodus Could Cripple The Sector
Maybe if things are essential for the running of a country and we want to pay a fair price we should be running these utilities on a not for profit...