Paul Ayers, Joanne Gikas and I are working on a couple of proposals for book chapters on mobile learning, or mLearning. Take a look at some of the ideas below and let us know what you think. Here’s a working outline of some issues we’re considering when considering mobile learning, such as with iPhones, iPod Touches, Blackberries and other smart phones.
- Technological issues
- user interface, such as screen size, touch screen, full-sized keyboard
- logistics, such as battery life, camera, storage and security
- OS and applications, such as openness of system, applications available, OEM v. downloadable applications, platforms and plugins
- Integration issues
- content creation
- content delivery
- communications
- classroom and learner management
- assessment
- alignment with pedagogy
- Implications for teaching and learning
- Costs
- Support for faculty and students
- Courseware and course management integration
- Longevity
- Classroom management
So, what do you think? If you have ideas, we’d love to hear them. Feel free to leave them in the comments.
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As I have followed trends like podcasting, the use of mobile phones, and such for instructional purposes, I have often wondered what potential learners think of “us” “intruding” on their leisure/entertainment/personal spaces. I propose a section in #2/Integration issues, which addresses this idea.
I have some pilot data in the context of social networking services (not mobile learning I know) that seems to lean toward learners not wanting faculty in that part of their lives (or at least is split vs. wanting or not wanting faculty in this part of their lives). I really need to look at that data more carefully. There’s a conference proposal in there somewhere…..
Chuck, I’ve also read reports that suggest something similar that learners don’t want to mix their worlds. We’ll definitely consider this as we move forward. Thanks for the thoughts.
Hello. I think the article is really interesting. I am even interested in reading more. How soon will you update your blog?
Gary, we’re waiting to hear back from the editor on whether we’re accepted into the book or not. Unfortunately, we’ve had some communication problems there. So, we’re still waiting. When we do move forward, I’ll be sure to add more info on my blog. So, you can keep up.
This was a very interesting post. I would have never thought about phones being used in this area. Technology is truly growing! I have an iphone and it would nice to learn more about how it can be used towards my future classroom. I would love to hear more about this. Thank you for this post!
I read an article about this same topic once. A professor talked about the possibility of having new devices like “Kendall” or even iPads in the classroom. It seems that we are getting closer and closer to removing hard text books out of the classroom all together! I think the idea of that really happening is exciting, however it’s also sad to think about getting rid of all hard copies of text.