The Strengths and Challenges of Mobile Learning

An #ontmeetup Live DiscussionAugust 24th, 2009

Mobile Learning

What is it?

“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.”

- Wikipedia article on mLearning

is about communicating.

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Mobile Learning

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Mobile Learning

is about connecting.

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Mobile Learning is learning on location & ‘just-in-time.

What the Critics Say...

Too Distracting

Makes Cheating Easier

Devices/Connection Expensive

Increases Bullying

Issues of Theft

Over-reliance on Internet

Have your say...

When is it Appropriatefor students to use mobile devices?

When is it Inappropriatefor students to use mobile devices?

When Should an AUPcontain when referencing mobile devices?

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