1. Ten apps to make an iPad more of a
useful study tool and less of a
distraction …

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Contact details:
• hasties@regents.ac.uk
• Links to apps:
http://tinyurl.com/susanhastie
• Also check the library section on
Blackboard

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10. Pocket
• Allows you to save articles to read later and
offline
• Audio option available
• Articles can be shared between users
• Videos and images can also be saved
• Multi-platform

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Alternatives ?
• Evernote
• Flipboard
• Springpad

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9. Swiftkey
• Notetaking app
• Smart keyboard – learns what you type
and when you’re likely to type it
• Can also define words as you go
• Compatible with Evernote – including tags

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Alternatives ?
• Simplenote
• inClass

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8. Dropbox
• Cloud storage for multiple file types
• Files can be uploaded and downloaded
from multiple devices
• Files and folders can be shared with other
users, without them being able to access
your whole account.

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Alternatives ?
• Google Drive
• Wuala

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7. Pearltrees
• Web based ‘bookmarking’ application
• Allows links to be ‘grouped’ rather than
listed
• Links can also be searched and shared
between users

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Alternatives
• Delicious
• Diigo
• Scoop.it

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6. Trello
• To-do list
• Works well for groups
• Tracks progress of projects through
‘cards’
• Time limits can be added as well as
comments

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Alternatives
• Wunderlist
• Kona

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5. Prezi
• Non-linear presentation software
• Hosted online, can be presented
anywhere
• Touchscreen friendly
• Images and video can be added

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Alternatives
• Haiku Deck
• Flowboard

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4. Study Blue
• Create individualised flash cards and
quizzes
• Share them with other students at your
institution
• Record your scores and see how you’re
improving

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Alternatives ?
• Evernote Peek
• Brainscape

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• Timer for tasks
• Can be set for ongoing tasks or one-offs
• Simple icons represent tasks
• Gesture controlled, so it’s easy to manage
tasks.

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Alternatives ?
• Pomodoro Keeper Free
• irunurun

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2. QuickOffice
• Allows you to work on Microsoft Office
documents
• Files remain compatible
• Covers Word, PowerPoint and Excel
• Works well with Dropbox

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Alternatives ?
• Google Docs
• CloudOn

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1. Unstuck
• Motivational tool
• Explores problems and offers ideas
• Both work and personal options
• Also deals with group issues

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Alternatives ?
• Lift
• Choicemap

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