While balancing the many responsibilities that adult
learners have can present challenges, we’ve found that Peirce students
seemingly find ways to become more efficient and effective each session. As the
mobile revolution continues to pervade our lives, more and more apps are being
developed that can continue to increase our productivity and keep us organized.
From file management to optimizing daily tasks to staying up
to date with your courses, we’ve rounded up three apps that can help you be
more efficient and stay productive.
Assignments today can be a mix of all sorts of media, from
documents to images to even video. And with the number of devices you use,
having access to all of your work can be a challenge. Google Drive provides a
useful solution – now you can access your coursework from anywhere, even if
you’re only at a desktop at the library. Since Google Drive is cloud based,
simply save your files to
your laptop, mobile, or from a web browser and it
automatically syncs across all devices. You can also invite classmates to
collaborate on folders and files, streamlining group projects.
2. Priorities: Any.do
The any.do streamlined interface allows you to enter to-dos
based on ‘today,’ ‘tomorrow,’ and ‘later,’ and it also features both timed and
location-based reminders. The app will allow you to set up tasks and subtasks
and share them with your group when collaborating on projects. You can also
prioritize classes, assignments, meetings, and more, and the app syncs across
devices, on both iOS and Android.
3. In the Classroom:
Pearson
Learning Studio Courses
Pearson Learning Studio allows you to access course content
and related material right from your mobile device. The app also includes an
activity stream that lets you view and interact with discussions, grades, and
submissions. You can see due dates for various assignments and up to date
announcements from instructors. The Pearson Learning Studio is like your
on-the-go classroom and course organizer!