Apple will be updating its_iTunes U catalog of educational materials to make it easier to manage courses directly from an iPad. Announced_today, the update will also allow teachers to create courses on an iPad and add additional content and learning materials, without ever needing to put the tablet down. On the student side, the update brings students new collaboration features, including an option to kick-off class discussions and ask questions from an iPad. Students will also be able to set up push notifications when new topics are started or they’re tagged in a reply. Naturally, teachers retain the right to...

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