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From the article: " the William and Flora Hewlett Foundation said it is creating a $100,000 competition for software that can 'reliably automate' grading essays on state tests." Very interesting idea; is it feasible?

"Those pursuing online learning will see that, though there is no 'silver bullet' solution, there is evidence to suggest that virtual learning (both part-time and full-time) can provide significant opportunity to save money," the report said. "Future innovation should include careful tracking of quality and outcomes to continue to provide more robust options for those experimenting with lower-cost delivery of instruction."

iTunes U - a powerful distribution system for everything from lectures to language lessons, films to labs, audiobooks to tours - is an innovative way to get educational content into the hands of students.

While this article doesn't answer if the iPad is the correct tool to aid learning in education, it represents two sides of the debate.