Videos for iTunes and iPod

I have a lot of films I've downloaded in .avi format. I mostly watch them on my MacBookPro using the freeware VLC, but when it comes time to travel I'd like to have them ready to watch on my iPod Classic.
Is there a way to convert these .avi files not only to for the iPod (which I know I can do via "export" in Quicktime Pro) but also to play from within iTunes at the same quality level they are as .avi files?
Meaning, is it possible to have just one version of a video that will look as good on the 15" laptop monitor as well as an iPod Classic?
Also, if this is possible, is there a way to batch process all of these .avi files I have? With QT Pro I'd have to do it one by one.
Thanks...
Scott

Well if you can convert it and it still looks good on the "big" screen, then it will look fine on the iPod.
Frequently asked questions about viewing and syncing video with iTunes and iPod
http://support.apple.com/kb/HT1708
GUIDES TO: Converting Video for iPod - Mac & Window
http://forums.ilounge.com/showthread.php?s=&threadid=123067
The Complete Guide to Converting Video to iPod Format (Mac)
http://www.ilounge.com/index.php/articles/comments/the-complete-guide-to-convert ing-video-to-ipod-format-mac/
See other tutorial articles over at iLounge...
http://www.ilounge.com/index.php/articles/tutorials/
Cheers,
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