While the Catholic Church is steeped in tradition, Pope John Paul II brought a modern touch to the Vatican by using technology to help spread Christianity. Under his watch, the Vatican set up an interactive Web site, dispersed the pontiff’s prayers and chants on CD, and sent out a "Thought of the Day" to interested cellphone users through text messaging.



Developing online and blended learning programs requires research and collaboration. Learn how top technology companies are partnering with campuses across the country to advance online learning as it becomes an increasingly important aspect of higher education.