In an attempt to increase the use of technology in higher education, Duke University gave free 20 gigabyte Apple iPods to all students enrolled in courses that required them. Beginning in 2004, all freshmen received these free iPods and upperclassmen were loaned these devices if enrolled in a class that requires one. Now, only students enrolled in classes that require them receive iPods.
I think it's a very useful tool for college students today. They can record lectures and interviews for research and study. Also, they can use them to store notes and other documents. However, there is a concern over the the use of the information recorded and whether or not copyright laws are being broken. With the iPods, any information can be placed on the internet for anyone to see or hear. Overall, I think the use of iPods in class will catch on to other colleges and universities across the country.
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