Virginia on iTunes U is an educational and communications tool offering podcasts from all academic colleges, many student organizations, campus services, the Integrative Center for Homeland Security, and the George Bush Presidential Library. In the age of new media, podcasting provides users with mobile access to educational resources and direct control over content through subscriptions. Modeled on the Apple iTunes Store site, Virginia on iTunes U is a searchable repository for educational audio, video, and PDF podcasts shared with the public. Therefore, students are able to access educational content in the interface that offers music, movies, and other entertainment. Virginia on iTunes U is a non-commercial site and all content is available at no charge to the public.
iTunes U
Coming this fall to iTunesU is Caroline County Public Schools. Collections of information will include School Board Meetings in audio form, the Policy Manual, Instructional Applications, etc.
Stay tuned for the launch this fall.