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As online instructors, we need to remain connected to our online students all the time.
When we travel, we carry a laptop and an iPad, but sometimes they can be cumbersome to work with.
With the release of the iPad Pro, we wondered if we might be able to improve our workflow
while on the go, with a larger, yet lighter and more portable device.
In this presentation, we will describe our experiences during a yearlong pilot study,
where we traded our trusty laptops for iPad Pros. We will compare the two mobile platforms,
taking into consideration usability, portability, and flexibility.
All things considered, nothing beats the experience of working on a powerful desktop computer
with a large display. Working from home or office, our desktop computers enable us to
display multiple files simultaneously, which comes in handy when grading projects.
Unfortunately, we can't travel with our desktops, so a laptop or tablet is a convenient
alternative.
Three years ago, we purchased an 11-inch Macbook Air to replace our aging 13-inch laptops.
We chose it because it was smaller and lighter, making it easier to travel with.
It was also powerful enough to run all the productivity apps on our desktop computers.
Through cloud-based storage, we could begin a project on our work or home computer and
pick it up later on our Macbook.
For most work-related tasks, such as reading and responding to email, writing a report,
editing a multimedia presentation, or providing student feedback, the Macbook Air was a suitable
alternative to the desktop PC while on the go.
Yet, screen real estate was limited. The 11-inch screen made multi-tasking more cumbersome
and time-consuming. We also couldn't view entire documents without scrolling.
Grading required that separate windows for the LMS, the rubric, and the project be opened at the
same time. To complete the task required frequent toggling between screens, as well as continual
upward and downward scrolling.
When the iPad Pro was released at the end of 2015, we were ready for a change. Not only
was it lighter than our Macbook Air, the 12.9-inch display was much larger and the screen could
be viewed in both landscape and portrait modes, making it possible to view full documents
without scrolling.
As a tool for consuming content, the large screen made it a pleasure to read blogs, watch
a movie, play games, and search the web.
While most of the iPad productivity apps were stripped down versions of their desktop counterparts,
we were able to perform most work-related tasks without limitations.
With a Bluetooth keyboard, the iPad Pro was nearly as powerful as our former laptop.
Yet, there were some distinct limitations of the operating system that made some tasks more
cumbersome. For example, in IOS, the multitasking feature lets you use two apps at once in Slide
Over, Split View, or Picture in Picture mode. While this is a significant improvement, the
multitasking feature only allows you to work with two documents at a time.
Grading projects is not something we would want to do on an iPad Pro. The limited
multitasking capability and lack of mouse support would make this task too burdensome.
For example, highlighting, cutting, copying, and pasting text on an IOS device requires
careful placement of the user's fingers over the selected text and some trial and error.
If, on the other hand, we were attending a meeting where we only needed to take notes,
check email, or access a web site, the iPad Pro with a keyboard is more than adequate.
Likewise, if we were doing a short workshop, the iPad Pro, combined with an Apple TV, would be ideal.
So what did we learn through this year-long trial?
As we reflect on the research question that initiated this pilot study, Can an iPad Pro
replace a laptop for a teacher on the go? our final assessment was mixed.
Due to its light weight and slim design, the iPad Pro is extremely portable. At just over
1 ½ pounds, it is easy to pack and travel with. The 10-hour battery lasts long enough
to get us through long meetings or airport layovers without needing a charge.
Regarding usability, most of the daily tasks we perform at work can be replicated while
on the go. The apps can perform most of the day-to-day tasks, such as reading email, basic
word processing and spreadsheets, as well as discussion forum participation in the online courses.
Due to its large screen, the iPad Pro was also ideal for creating and viewing
multimedia content. While traveling, we were able to take screen shots and photos, record
videos, generate a script, and create a professional-looking video for our courses.
For flexibility, the laptop beats the iPad Pro hands down. Newer laptops are smaller
and lighter, making them more portable, while still maintaining the full functionality of
desktop computers, offering online instructors more flexibility in the range of teaching
activities we can participate in while on the go.
For the best of both worlds, if faculty have the luxury of traveling with both devices,
apps such as DUET, can turn an iPad into an extra display for their laptops.
In summary, when considering the purchase of a mobile device, faculty need to consider
the kinds of tasks they plan to perform while they are away from the office. If they need
a device to take notes at meetings, a tablet may be sufficient. If they intend to engage
in more complex tasks, a laptop may be the best choice.
What is certain is that today, available technologies make it much easier to stay connected with
our online students!
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