Friday, September 16, 2011

IPods Pave The Way To Success For College Students

By Cauldwell Pipps


IPods help pave the way to success for college students by acting as a vessel for information, communication and a healthier lifestyle. Students can access the features of an iPod anywhere from the park to the lecture hall. Students can even use the iPod at the gym to advance their academic performance.

At both school and the library, the iPod is great for studying and recording information. With the use of a microphone, an iPod can be used to record lectures that can be replayed later. These recordings are beneficial to non-native speakers, the hearing impaired, or any student with a tendency to fall asleep. If students want to take pictures of lab slides or diagrams, an Apple iPod can be used as a camera.

An Apple iPod Touch has a notepad feature that allows students to take notes during a lecture or from a textbook. At the library or in class when a laptop is not available, a student can open a web page for additional research. The iPod can even be used as a mass storage device in place of a flash drive. Those notes can go along anywhere for quick reviews.

IPods work as a vehicle for getting informed about news stories, podcast episodes and radio. Utilizing the iPod Touch internet browser, students can check in on family and friends through email or social media. Because of its access to social, college students can use their iPod to connect with study groups.

In the dorm and on campus, the iPod can help promote strong focus. While some people prefer to listen to music while studying or working on a project, others cannot stand disruptive noise. The iPod meets the needs of both types of people.

Some iPods have a Nike+ feature that provides music and motivation for exercise. With consistent exercise, students will have better brain function and be able to sleep better. A well-rested student performs far better on exams and assignments.

During down time, students are able to use an iPod for relaxing and a healthy lifestyle. Students can relax by enjoying music, movies and games. Research suggests that listening to music can make students more intelligent and more attuned to speech patterns, accents and rhythm.

There seems to be no stopping the popularity and innovation of the Apple iPod. There is no denying its capabilities for its academic properties. The iPod is also a tool for communication and it helps students rest well and keep up on a balanced lifestyle. College students can use IPods in a variety of ways to help them succeed.




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