*Grp+Mobile+Learning

Mark and Kaleigh

Mark: Mrroque0@frostburg.edu Kaleigh: kcherring0@frostburg.edu

=Mobile Learning=

Resources:
Why mobile learning?

Mobile learning is seen by many as a disruptive technology. This is because it has been identified as a technology which holds great potential to transform the learning and teaching within a… 00:06:13 Added on 11/22/11 3,295 views || ||
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Loading video preview from YouTube There was a problem connecting to YouTube. This video may not exist or it may only play on YouTube. Try going to their website: @http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AQgCXEoTap4 Book - Mobile Learning -- A Handbook for Educators and Trainers http://books.google.com/books?hl=en&lr=&id=g50i6p7Ox2wC&oi=fnd&pg=PR1&dq=mobile+learning&ots=JsYeTVElOy&sig=VpIw4CrMGHKTjA0aoK6umiceQ4U#v=onepage&q=mobile%20learning&f=false (Mark)

Paper -- Developing a Theory of Mobile Learning This is a paper describing the need for a theory of mobile learning. It presents an argument for the necessity of a theory and issues a framework for such a theory. @http://www.iamlearn.org/public/mlearn2005/www.mlearn.org.za/CD/papers/Sharples-%20Theory%20of%20Mobile.pdf (Mark)

Article Summary (with information on how to obtain full article) Going Nomadic: Moblile Learning in Higher Education Describes how the world is rapidly changing in terms of using mobile devices for educational purposes and how this is affecting things such as pedagogy and learning environments. The author stresses the need to keep up with the constantly emerging trends and the fact the United States lags behind in some areas compared to other locations around the globe.-- @http://eric.ed.gov/ERICWebPortal/search/detailmini.jsp?_nfpb=true&_&ERICExtSearch_SearchValue_0=EJ710694&ERICExtSearch_SearchType_0=no&accno=EJ710694 (Mark)

Blog --- Mobile Learning -- This is a great blog where the author writes about "learning all the time everywhere." Topics such as using QR codes, schools that have gone all mobile, etc are examined and reflected upon. There are some great reads here! @http://mlearning.wordpress.com/ (Mark)

Website -- 158 resources for mobile learning (several links to useful information about everything from ipads to e-readers to mobile learning environments -- @http://www.educause.edu/Resources/Browse/MobileLearning/17505-- This site is a compilation of websites, articles, scholarly papers, seminars, and presentations all dealing with mobile learning. An interesting (and perhaps ironic) fact is that it also lists p (Mark)

Web site: m-learning.org -- the original site for mobile learning! @http://www.m-learning.org/ This site bills itself as the original site for mobile learning. Here you will find blogs about the topic, advice on using mobile devices for instruction and learning, a calendar of upcoming mobile learning events, mobile learning in the news, case studies on using mobile learning, as well as a mobile learning glossary, pedagogy, and research. This is a great resource for anyone wanting to learn more about the topic. (Mark)

article: using mobile learning for healthcare: @http://www.ihealthbeat.org/articles/2012/3/20/surveyed-doctors-want-patients-to-track-health-using-mobile-devices.aspx Describes how patients can use mobile devices to keep track of their health. A recent survey indicates that most doctors encourage this. Patients can track their weight, blood sugar, etc on their mobile device and use apps that assist them in better managing these things as well as other health issues. (Mark)

video: reasons to use mobile learning -- "Why Mobile Learning?" @http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dECs3SRh8Xo (Mark)

video: "Thoughts on Mobile Learning" @http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AQgCXEoTap4 (Mark)

The above two are short videos describing reasons to use mobile learning and people's thoughts on such. Very informative.

website: International Conference on Mobile Learning @http://www.mlearning-conf.org/ I had no clue such a conference existed until researching for this assignment! I was certainly aware of various tech conferences, but an entire one devoted strictly to mobile learning was a surprise. Knowing this, I'm sure there are smaller-scale ones (national, regional, etc) that those interested in this topic can attend. The conference was held in March and this site gives information as to what events were held, what types of papers presented, etc. Interestingly enough, it does not appear one could have "attended" remotely using his/her mobile device! Perhaps that is something they should consider for the future. (Mark)

[] (powerpoint on history) -Kaleigh [] (write up of history) -Kaleigh [] (write up of the incorporation of mobile learning into mainstream edu) -Kaleigh [] (general info on modile learning) -Kaleigh

=__**Outline**__= I. What is mobile learning? II. How are teachers affected by this? III.How does this affect or impact students? IV. devices V. challenges

I. what is mobile learning? various definitions some related to context (context of devices, context of learning environment, context of learning experience) "best definition" according to Mlearning.com: Any activity that allows individuals to be more productive when consuming, interacting with, or creating information, mediated through a compact digital portable device that the individual carries on a regular basis, has reliable connectivity, and fits in a pocket or purse. simplistic definition: //Any sort of learning that happens when the learner is not at a fixed, predetermined location, or learning that happens when the learner takes advantage of the learning opportunities offered by mobile technologies.// (Guidelines for learning/teaching/tutoring in a mobile environment". //MOBIlearn//. October 2003. pp. 6 . [] . Retrieved June 8, 2009 .) different from e-learning or distance education as it specifically involves using mobile devices (including handheld computers as well as smartphone, tablets, etc)

II. How are teachers affected? must adjust teaching style/method must know the technology in order to be able to use it to teach are not "digital natives" so there is a learning curve regarding use of the devices

According to a recent study involving using mobile devices in the classroom: Classroom management may need to be stepped up to avoid misuse, but overall, there few fewer problems when using the devices than had been anticipated. (Attewell, Jill, et al; The Impact of Mobile Learning, p. 82)

Concerns about breakage, theft: teachers are typcially concerned with students breaking or taking devices. Damage from misuse is a common concern. While this does happen, the precentage is low. Similar to concerns raised when computer labs were first introduced. For most part, with proper monitoring and training of students, breakage is a small problem w/ labs and that has proven to be the case w/ mobile devices as well. Theft is now an additional concern due to the portable nature of the devices. However, in several studies during the 2007-08 school year, the overall theft and breakage rate was less than 2%, with more of that being damage than theft. (Attewell, Jill, et al; The Impact of Mobile Learning, p. 85)

need for constantly staying up-to-date with changing technology

III. affects on learners scope of learning increased -- can learn anywhere use is less restricted by timetables; "portablility has advantages w/in a classroom in that learning and learners need not be tied to a desk" (Attewell, Jill, et al; The Impact of Mobile Learning, p. 39) more collaboration with others more learning taking place outside of classroom setting are digital natives, so are more likely to enjoy learning and to do the assignments using the devices several examples of self-esteem or confidence issues being overcome (can't present in class, but can upload a video of presentation to class site, sharing resources which leads to bonding, peer encouragement, etc)

IV. devices ipods smartphones Android tablets gaming systems Pocket PC Palm OS Kindle/e-reader

cost of many of these comporable to graphic calculators which are standard in most schools -- "a single device can do it all. For the same price as a graphing calculator, a school district can buy handheld devices that can be used by students for: word processing online search and retrieval (including e-books) testing in all subjects computation data acquisition visually displaying and processing information genuine access to diverse languages and cultures" (Robson, Robby; Mobile Learning and Handheld Devices in the Classroom, p.3 [] )

V. Challenges

enough outlets in the room or $$ for batteries is the building wired for such a draw of electricity? cost to purchase? replacement/update -- technology constantly is upgraded -- expensive? connectivity issues tech problems students not on task -- working on other programs, games, etc

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