Mobile Learning Environment A.J. Ripin Confidential. © 2009 University of Central Florida Institute for Simulation and Training. © 2009 Moving Knowledge. All rights reserved.

 M-learning is the term given to the delivery of training by means of mobile devices such as Mobile Phones, PDAs and digital audio players, as well as digital cameras and voice recorders, pen scanners etc.  M-learners are seeking lessons in small, manageable formats that they can undertake when it suits them. Mobile Learning (mLearning) Defined

Global Penetration Confidential. © 2009 University of Central Florida Institute for Simulation and Training. © 2009 Moving Knowledge. All rights reserved. 3 Dynamics of the Mobile Learning Environment

1. Variety of Mobile Content Needs:  On the Job Support Material  Information, Education and Reference  Notifications and Alerts  Procedures, Checklists and Forms  Quizzes, Tests and Certifications  Games and Simulations  Mentoring/Coaching  Collaboration Dynamics of the Mobile Learning Environment Confidential. © 2009 University of Central Florida Institute for Simulation and Training. © 2009 Moving Knowledge. All rights reserved. 4

2. Variety of Mobile Delivery Formats:   Messaging  SMS/Text Messaging  MMS (Multimedia Messaging Service)  Audio  Podcasting  IVR (Interactive Voice Response)  Graphics/Mobile Camera  Video/Animation  GPS  Mobile Web  Applications Dynamics of the Mobile Learning Environment Confidential. © 2009 University of Central Florida Institute for Simulation and Training. © 2009 Moving Knowledge. All rights reserved. 5

3. Variety of Mobile Device Options:  Mobile Phones/WAP-enabled Mobile Phones  iPods/iPhones  Portable Gaming Devices  Smart Phones  Pocket PCs  BlackBerrys  Tablets  and more! Dynamics of the Mobile Learning Environment Confidential. © 2009 University of Central Florida Institute for Simulation and Training. © 2009 Moving Knowledge. All rights reserved. 6

4. Variety of Wireless Carriers:  Becomes more of a factor with Global Initiatives  GSM, CDMA, Gov’t Intervention  Cost can influence preferred methods of mobile computing Dynamics of the Mobile Learning Environment Confidential. © 2009 University of Central Florida Institute for Simulation and Training. © 2009 Moving Knowledge. All rights reserved. 7

5. Variety of Methods to Data Transfer Desktop/Laptop Cellular Towers Mobile Devices Cellular Towers (Only) Cellular Towers ActiveSync® and/or WIFI ActiveSync ® (Only) Beam/ Bluetooth® SD Card/ Chip Dynamics of the Mobile Learning Environment Confidential. © 2009 University of Central Florida Institute for Simulation and Training. © 2009 Moving Knowledge. All rights reserved. 8

6. Variety of Learning Styles/Needs:  Visual (spatial)—learner prefers using pictures, images, and spatial understanding.  Aural (auditory-musical)—learner prefers using sound and music.  Verbal (linguistic)—learner prefers using words, both in speech and writing.  Physical (kinesthetic)—learner prefers using your body, hands and sense of touch.  Logical (mathematical)—learner prefers using logic, reasoning and systems.  Social (interpersonal)—learner prefer to learn in groups or with other people.  Solitary (intrapersonal)—learner prefers to work alone and use self-study. Dynamics of the Mobile Learning Environment Confidential. © 2009 University of Central Florida Institute for Simulation and Training. © 2009 Moving Knowledge. All rights reserved. 9

 Begin with the proven methods of mobile computing— pay attention to Mobile Web  Look at modalities that transcend devices  Consumers are expecting more out of the mobile experience  Integration of delivery formats are becoming common  Sometimes innovation becomes instant game changers Confidential. © 2009 University of Central Florida Institute for Simulation and Training. © 2009 Moving Knowledge. All rights reserved. 10 Impact on Strategy and Development

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