All iPads Using iPad for online classes

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i think an ipad is not the optimal tool for this task but since that's what she wants to use i think she's going about it the right way. It is wise to write the papers in something that saves often, such as Google Docs, as opposed to into a webbrowser that does not. This is always the case, but applies even more to a tablet with limited RAM and no real multi-task ability to speak of.

For what it's worth, the cheapest MBA is under 1k - especially with a student discount, and would handle this kind of task for sure. I understand that you might not want to spend that kind of money but there are also cheaper laptops... however I wouldn't want to upgrade if I already had the iPad either so it's probably good enough.

Do be aware that most test-taking software will not be compatible with an iPad (or any tablet). This may or may not apply to her but I know, for example, that examsoft type software that many professional schools use have not yet been ported to iOS or Android.