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PBS, Local Stations Launch iTunes U Content
ARLINGTON, Va.,
Available in the Beyond Campus section of iTunes U, the initial online offerings from these local PBS stations include a wealth of educational video clips, lectures, interviews, teacher's guides and a variety of other materials.
PBS' new area on iTunes U links to extensive and wide-ranging PBS station content, from an underwater journey through a coral reef to documentary examinations of
"PBS and our leading stations are at the forefront of the digital education movement," said
"iTunes U presents a tremendous opportunity for WGBH to expand the reach of our educational TV, radio and Web content to a global audience," said
"KQED has long been committed to providing powerful tools for learning, whether it be teacher training, online maps or rich media. Our presence on iTunes U has enabled us to reach audiences beyond our normal geographic boundaries," said
"We are delighted to offer landmark WETA productions and educational resources on iTunes U," said Joseph B. Bruns, WETA Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer. "iTunes U allows us to extend the reach of WETA to a new community of engaged and thoughtful viewers."
"Thirteen/WNET is pleased to be collaborating with PBS stations across the country and Apple to utilize the latest technology to make some of our high- quality educational content more easily accessible to educators," said
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