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University technology policies causing confusion

April 8, 2015 by Elijah Evans

Most students walk into class and immediately pull out their laptops or iPads. However, Kaitlyn Kanis approaches class differently than the average iPad-toting ACU student by forgoing electronics during class. When Kanis sits down in the classroom, she pulls a pencil and paper from her backpack and takes notes the old-fashioned way. "I prefer ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: News, Showcase Tagged With: iPad, Mobile Learning, Technology

Students must purchase iPads for courses

April 24, 2014 by Tommy Evans

Unlike in past years when mobile devices were distributed to students, students must purchase their own iPads for several courses that will require students to own an iPad in the fall 2014 semester. This includes all incoming freshman; and upperclassmen may be required to purchase one as well. According to an email sent out by Dr. Robert Rhodes, ... [Read More…]

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How to keep your iPad from going to waste

November 1, 2013 by Ben Todd

I'm halfway through a semester at ACU, which means a ten-week anniversary with my iPad. My iPad and I have a very strong relationship now. There are some people out there that are having issues with their iPads. Their devices become neglected and hidden away in a corner. Don't let your device become a waste of tuition money. I want to tell you what ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Columns, Opinion Tagged With: iPad

Cartoon: The Walking Pads

September 10, 2013 by Ben Todd

"The Walking Pads" Daily Doodle Dosage by Ben Todd ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Editorial Cartoons, Opinion Tagged With: Daily Doodle Dosage, iPad

‘Device of choice’ could quickly change

September 10, 2013 by Optimist Editorial Board

This is a loaded moment for ACU, where technology takes precedence and affordability in education seems to play second-string. It's been five years since the university started the mobile-learning initiative and we are now seeing the on-campus repercussions of what technology is known for: changing quickly. The mobile-learning initiative ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Editorials, Opinion Tagged With: iPad

The Optimist Print Edition: 08.30.13

August 30, 2013 by Optimist Staff

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Filed Under: Print Edition Tagged With: Around Abilene, Faculty, iPad, Print Edition

University justifies new iPad requirement

August 29, 2013 by Madeline Orr

All incoming freshmen students this semester are required to have either an iPad mini, iPad 2 or newer device. "We're treating it very similar to a textbook, in that it is not required to be a student, but it is required in certain courses," said Dr. Susan Lewis, vice provost. This year all the commitments for the original mobile learning ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: News, Showcase Tagged With: iPad

JMC Network Newscast – October 10, 2012

October 10, 2012 by Optimist Staff

Reports on the possible new iPad requirement, ACU student involvement in the upcoming presidential election, and the campus wide wellness week. Produced by: Elizabeth Weiss Video by: Will Rogers ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: News, Videos Tagged With: Election 2012, iPad, Newscast, Wellness Week

In the future

March 23, 2012 by Ben Miller

"Oh Dear, Christian College" - by Ben Miller In the future March 23, 2012 Go to the "Oh Dear, Christian College" Gallery ... [Read More…]

Filed Under: Editorial Cartoons Tagged With: iPad, Mobile Learning, Oh Dear Christian College

ACU sustains Mobile Learning Initative, offers iPad upgrade

August 29, 2011 by Melany Cox Leave a Comment

The university began distributing new iPhones and iPod touches to freshmen and transfer students last week in the Brown Library, with a new option that allows those students to pay extra for an Apple iPad. New students could pick up their new iPhone 4 or iPod touch Aug. 20-23. Team 55 and employees from AT&T were involved in the distribution ... [Read More…]

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