Smartphones and tablets are important tool for students and faculty. A number of applications for these devices help keep one organized, support efficiency, conserve resources and assist with production of materials.
Evernote (iOS & Android)
What is it?
Evernote is a cloud-based software service that allows note taking, archiving and syncing files across your devices. For those using multiple devices, Evernote makes it easier to access files, not need to email them to yourself or saving them on a thumb drive. There is a free version and premium option.
Learn more and download https://evernote.com
Dragon Remote Microphone (iOS & Android)
What is it?
Dragon Remote Microphone allows customers of Dragon Dictate for Mac and Dragon NaturallySpeaking for PC to convert mobile device into a wireless microphone.
Learn more and download
- iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/dragon-remote-microphone/id436624808?mt=8
- Google play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nuance.com
Google Play Books (for iPhone, iPad, Android devices)
What is it?
Google offers digitized books including textbooks downloadable to Apple and Android devices at a fraction of the cost of printed materials.
Search for textbooks by discipline https://play.google.com/store/books/category/coll_1673
Mindomo (iOS & Android)
What is it?
Create diagrams to visually outline information. This is useful for outlining projects and papers; and sharing ideas and presentations.
Learn more and download
- iTunes: https://itunes.apple.com/us/app/mindomo-mind-mapping/id526684279?mt=8
- Google play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=air.com.EXswap.Mindomo&hl=en
Need Help?
As always, if you have any questions, comments, or suggestions, contact the Instructional Media Lab (413-545-2823 or instruct@oit.umass.edu).
