Staff Resources

Mobile Learning Devices Project

Faculty of Business, Economics & Law

La Trobe University

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Now that you have received your iPad…

The Official Apple iPad User Guide is very useful for getting started. It is in your best interest to familiarise yourself with the basic operations by reading through the first few chapters. 

Useful Apps

There are now over 140,000 apps designed specifically for the iPad. They’re available from the App Store in virtually every category, and more are added every day! Below is a list of recommended apps to improve your University iPad experience.

Filer Lite (Free).

This program allows most files found on the web to be downloaded and stored onto the iPad. This is a ‘must have’ app to ensure you get access to lecture recordings in MP3 (audio) and MP4 (audio and video) files that we create with each lecture.

Good Reader ($5.49).

Allows you to take control of your downloads (web or e-mail) and organises them into a file structure. A nice feature is the ability to record your e-mail attachments if it is set up to do so. It is also a good PDF reader that allows you to annotate PDF files.

Dropbox (Free).

Allows you to safely store documents on your iPad and it automatically synchronises files to cloud storage so that changes on one platform are automatically recorded on all other connecting platforms.

Google Drive (Free)

Keep all your stuff in one place and then access it from any device, anywhere through the web. Store documents, pictures, or other files - even the big ones - using Google Drive and easily share them with anyone.

Neu Annotate/PDF Note (Both Free).

These apps allow you to annotate PDF documents. They each have slightly differing functionality. Check them out.

AudioNote Lite (Free).

AudioNote combines the functionality of a notepad and voice recorder to create a powerful tool that will save you time while improving the quality of your notes!

N+otes (free)

Note-taking app that allows you to create, save and mail text and recorded notes.

Evernote (free)

Evernote lets you take notes, capture photos, create to-do lists, record voice reminders – and makes these notes completely searchable, whether you’re at home, at work, or on the go.

Paper by Fiftythree (free)

Five essential tools optimized for the creative process to sketch, write, draw, outline and colour. Start with draw and purchase additional tools from the in-app store. http://www.fiftythree.com/paper

7notes HD Premium ($9.90)

7notes HD Premium is a smart writing tool optimised for iPad. With this app, mixing your handwriting with digital texts is easier than ever before. It also converts handwriting to text. Try out the free version first (conversion functionality in premium version only).

Haiku Deck (free)

A simple way to create stunning presentations – whether you are pitching an idea, teaching a lesson, telling a story, or igniting a movement, it's fast, fun and simple for anyone to use. Finds high quality Creative Commons licensed images to incorporate directly. http://www.haikudeck.com

Educational Apps

Apple has put together links to apps grouped by academic subject. Follow the link: http://www.apple.com/education/apps/

Built-in Apps:

Programs like "Reminders", "iBooks", "Safari", "Mail", and "Notes" are all apps that will help you out.

Teaching and learning resources at LTU

LMS

Phase 2 of the LMS upgrade project will see the introduction of a mobile theme offering better formatting and support for mobile device.

PebblePad

La Trobe is planning to upgrade from PebblePad 2.5 to PebblePad 3 in January 2013.  Phase 2 will include a bridge between the LMS and the updated PebblePad system to facilitate single sign on.

PebblePad will be accessible via a mobile friendly version.

Collaborate

It is also planned to implement a bridge between the LMS and Collaborate.

Collaborate 12 will be accessible via a mobile application: http://www.blackboard.com/Platforms/Collaborate/Products/Blackboard-Collaborate/Mobile-Collaboration.aspx

 Useful Links

Official Apple iPad User guide (for iOS6):

http://manuals.info.apple.com/en_US/ipad_user_guide.pdf

iTunes download location:

http://www.apple.com/au/itunes/download/

How to setup an iTunes account:

http://support.apple.com/kb/ht2731

How to setup an iTunes account (without a credit card):

http://support.apple.com/kb/ht2534

Latrobe Uni ICT Mobile Devices Guides:

https://intranet.latrobe.edu.au/ict/mobile

Staff Support

For technical support contact ICT on extension 1500 or ict.servicedesk@latrobe.edu.au. For MLD project matters contact Annabel Orchard (after Jan 2, 2013) - A.Orchard@latrobe.edu.au

Printing

At this stage in time, printing from iPad devices is not supported by the University networks. Eventually the staff and students will be able to print on campus printers but this service will not be available for this pilot. When printing becomes available, the process will likely be similar to the current way we link to a specific printer. This usually involves an email to Campus Graphics (n.jorgensen@latrobe.edu.au) that includes your details, department cost centre fund and what device (Printer/copier) you intend to use from your iPad. If it is a Campus Graphics device, it should have a square sticker with bold red or black numerical digits.
If you do have access to a printer on a network that supports "AirPrint", Apple's protocol for printing from iPads wirelessly, you may try the following steps to print from you iPad browser. 

1. Open Safari and go to a webpage
2. Click the more button >
3. Select Print
4. Press the "Select Printer" option and choose the printer
5. Press print.

Alternatively, you can simply email the document that you wish to print to yourself and print it from your PC or Mac

Student Support

The Library

Student Learning Advisors in the University Library branches assist students with their studies, and run a Student IT Help Desk.

Student IT Support

See http://www.latrobe.edu.au/students/it/help, phone (03) 9479 3694 or 1300 786 535 or email sits@latrobe.edu.au.