Mobile Learning 2008
October 18th, 2007 by dmirliss
mLearning has been a topic that I have been following while working on the assessment of technology on a mobile computing campus. The topics of the conference are very interesting and challenge the way that we think about learning with technology tools such as laptops, cell phones and ipods.
Mobility in Physical Space
Submissions under this topic should critically explore the implications of learner mobility in physical space in relation to how the physical space may contribute to the learner’s acquisition of new knowledge, skills, and experience. Physical spaces may include, amongst others, formal and informal learning settings, work place, home and recreational environments.
Mobility in Conceptual Space
Under this topic we seek contributions that will investigate the notion of learner mobility in conceptual space. Conceptual spaces may include, amongst others, domain specific content, curriculum based content, recreational content and content generated by personal interests.
Mobility in Social Space
We invite submissions under this topic that examine learner mobility in social space. Social spaces may include, amongst others, formal and informal learning situations, professional, family, and recreational interactions.
Mobility of Technology
Under this topic we request contributions that will investigate mobility of technology from the perspective of the learner. We seek submissions that examine how learners transition and alternate from one tool to another or from one device to another in order to perform tasks. Transitions may be determined by numerous factors such as access to technology and resources or suitability of the technology in relation to the task at hand.
Interplay between Different Dimensions of Mobility
We invite submissions under this topic that examine the interplay of two or more dimensions of mobility. We are keen on exploring how the added complexity of transition between dimensions of mobility, for example from social space to conceptual space or from social space to the mobility of technology space, influences learning processes.
More information about the conference can be found at http://www.mlearning-conf.org/
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