Smartphone and tablet shipments exceeded PC shipments in Q4 2010, and tablet and smartphone installed bases are projected to exceed PCs by 2013. The document discusses using tablets like the iPad as multi-functional tools for consuming, creating, and collaborating on course materials and content. It provides examples of apps and digital formats that can be used to access, assemble, create and distribute course content on tablets. It also discusses pedagogical considerations, workshops and support available for faculty interested in using tablets in teaching.