Sisters are doing it for themselves: how technology supports mature women learning science* Theresa *not only physical science

A new kind of study… This group of not often studied Their use of technology to support learning “explore people’s patterns of use and seek to understand them” Holley and Oliver (2009)

Findings No lack of confidence about using technology Don’t give me a big book…! Khan is king Sisters are doing it by themselves iPads and ice cream

(Informal) Environment (Formal) Learning Resources Science Knowledge A mature students’ personal learning space for science

Routes through the learning space? Interactive 3D molecule modelling app on her iPad to help understand isomeric structures Using Amazon ratings to purchase a useful Chemistry book Using a smartphone to do scientific calculations for an assignment Watching a YouTube video to supplement learning