Duke adopts online learning tools - Gloria Lloyd, Duke Chronicle

Students and professors are increasingly finding new ways to incorporate technology into the classroom. The University has adopted several online tools, such as digital textbooks, applications and online courses, to aid students in their academic endeavors. One such Apple iPad app, Cachalot, was developed by University faculty, staff and students spanning several departments for marine biology classes taught by research scientist David Johnston. The electronic textbook integrates text, photos, videos and other digital material in a single app.