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Part III: Case Studies & Projects1. Deployment of tablets and ipadsThe new mobile device on the market, the Apple’s ipad is seen as a very efficient handhelddevice which can overcome many of the main limitations in smartphones or PDAs for m-learning purpose. The potential offered is far from Blackberry’s mail service, this wasquickly recognized by enterprises.Tablets are known to contain only core functionalities, thus require fewer resources and ata lower cost than current laptops and notebooks.The Ipad and ipod offers more powerful computational power with multimedia andhypermedia support.This Victoria Education iPad trial should be worth watching. "As part of its continued focuson optimising technology in schools, the Victorian Government, with support from Apple,is examining how iPads can be best used in schools. In a classroom with 1-to-1 devices suchas the iPad, contemporary ways of learning can be optimised. ICT-rich learning andteaching opportunities can increase student participation, engagement and achievement."These questions aim to challenge teachers thinking about curriculum planning and implementation.How can I integrate iPads to support powerful learning in my classroom?How can using an iPad change the way I teach?How can I ensure that the way I teach with ICT promotes deep learning?How can I increase my skills when using the device and applications?How can I ensure ICT is integral to my teaching and learning program?The list of colleges and schools testing and deploying ipad tablets can be found in Appendix1.60