Towards a task model for mobile learning: a dialectical approach

Authors: Taylor, Josie1; Sharples, Mike2; O'Malley, Claire3; Vavoula, Giasemi4; Waycott, Jenny5

Source: International Journal of Learning Technology, Volume 2, Numbers 2-3, 9 August 2006 , pp. 138-158(21)

Publisher: Inderscience Publishers

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Abstract:

Our approach to understanding mobile learning begins by describing a dialectical approach to the development and presentation of a task model using the socio-cognitive engineering design method. This analysis synthesises relevant theoretical approaches. We then examine two field studies, which feed into the development of the task model.

Keywords: COMPUTING JOURNALS; Communications and Mobile Technology; Computing Science, Applications and Software; Information Systems and Technology; Internet and Web Services; EDUCATION AND LEARNING JOURNALS; Learning and Human Resources Development

Document Type: Research article

DOI: http://dx.doi.org/10.1504/IJLT.2006.010616

Affiliations: 1: Institute of Educational Technology, The Open University, Milton Keynes MK7 6AA, UK. 2: Learning Sciences Research Institute, University of Nottingham, University Park, Nottingham NG7 2RD, UK. 3: Learning Sciences Research Institute, School of Psychology, University of Nottingham, University Park, Nottingham NG7 2RD, UK. 4: University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham B15 2TT, UK. 5: SITRC, RMIT Business Facility, Melbourne 3000, Australia

Publication date: 2006-08-09

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