Mobile Computing Articles

Welcome to Campus Technology's article listing page for mobile computing in higher education institutions.


Smartphones: Teaching Tool or Brain Candy?

As smartphones become ubiquitous, educators debate how to take advantage of their unique strengths for learning while minimizing their disruptive influence.

Stanford Streams Instant Replay to Mobile Devices

Stanford University has found a way to enhance the game experience for its fans: streaming instant replay clips to mobile devices during live events.

Seattle Pacific University Releases Mobile App

Seattle Pacific University has launched SPU Mobile, a mobile app that enables students to access information about campus services right from their smartphones or Web-enabled devices.

Pearson Produces iPad Versions of CourseConnect Courses

Pearson has released versions of its digital library of online courses for use on the Apple iPad.

For Mobile Strategies, Open Source Offers Flexibility

A desire for flexibility--as well as cost-savings--are prompting more and more higher ed institutions to consider open source for their mobile strategies.

Students To Test Drive Cloud-Based E-Book Platform

College and university students will test drive Thuze, a new e-textbook platform, at CES this week



iPad App Tackles Admissions Application Review

Matchbox has developed an iPad app for reviewing and evaluating university admissions applications.

Barron's, Snapwiz Unveil GRE Test Prep for Multiple Platforms

Barron's Educational Series and Snapwiz have collaborated to release Web-based GRE test prep software.

Brandeis University Deploys Mobile Campus Life App for iOS

Students who own iPhones at Brandeis University in Waltham, MA can now access campus information quickly and from anywhere thanks to the launch of a new app.

CT Innovators Reunion: Where Are They Now?

Ever wonder what becomes of our award winners after their moment in the CT spotlight? We followed up with three Innovators from past years to find out how their projects have fared.