Training 2011 Short Presentation on Mobile Learning Environments.

1. Mobile Learning Environment
A.J. Ripin
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2. Mobile Learning (mLearning)
Defined
 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.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mobile_learning

3. Dynamics of the Mobile Learning
Environment
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4. 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
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5. Dynamics of the Mobile Learning
Environment
2. Variety of Mobile Delivery Formats:
 E-mail
 Messaging
 SMS/Text Messaging
 MMS (Multimedia Messaging Service)
 Audio
 Podcasting
 IVR (Interactive Voice Response)
 Graphics/Mobile Camera
 Video/Animation
 GPS
 Mobile Web
 Applications 5
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6. Dynamics of the Mobile Learning
Environment
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!
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7. Dynamics of the Mobile Learning
Environment
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
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8. Dynamics of the Mobile Learning
Environment
5. Variety of Methods to Data Transfer
Desktop/Laptop Beam/ SD Card/ Cellular Towers
Bluetooth® Chip
Cellular
Towers
ActiveSync ® ActiveSync®
(Only) and/or WIFI
Cellular
Towers (Only)
Mobile Devices
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9. Dynamics of the Mobile Learning
Environment
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.
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10. Impact on Strategy and
Development
 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
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11. Contact Details
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A.J. Ripin
Strategist, Future and Emerging Technologies
Moving Knowledge
ajripin@movingknowledge.com
561-459-4801
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