ethanporcaro/eric-fulltext-meta huggingface dataset:
Impact of Contextuality on Mobile Learning Acceptance: An Empirical Study Based on a Language Learning App
Author: Böhm, Stephan
Date: 2015-03-00
Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers
Subjects: Educational Technology,Technology Uses in Education,Electronic Learning,Telecommunications,Handheld Devices,Foreign Countries,Teaching Methods,Student Attitudes,Context Effect,Computer Oriented Programs,Second Language Instruction,Structural Equation Models,Intention,Instructional Effectiveness,German,Thai,Vocabulary Development,Online Surveys

The mobility of both the device and the learner will determine how mobile learning takes place. Mobile learning offers new educational opportunities that allow for autonomous, personalized and context aware learning. This paper focuses on contextualized features for mobile language learning apps. Context-awareness is seen as a particularly important app feature in order to create a meaningful mobile learning experience as it adapts learning activities to the learners' real world environments. The scope of this paper is to explore students' perceptions of contextualized mobile language learning. An extended Technology Acceptance Model was developed to analyze the effect contextual app features would have on students' usage intention. The suggested app applies context-triggered push notifications to initiate learning sessions based on a location-aware vocabulary. Partial Least Squares Structural Equation Modeling (PLS-SEM), was used for an empirical validation of the proposed research model. The results of the analysis revealed, that students perceived the proposed app as beneficial for their learning endeavors. The location-aware feature is essentially relevant to improve the perceived usefulness of the system, as it may increase the learning effectiveness of the app in their everyday life. [For complete proceedings, see ED562096.]
Scaffolding Java Programming on a Mobile Phone for Novice Learners
Author: Mbogo, Chao
Date: 2015-03-00
Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers
Subjects: Educational Technology,Technology Uses in Education,Electronic Learning,Telecommunications,Handheld Devices,Teaching Methods,Programming,Scaffolding (Teaching Technique),Foreign Countries,College Students,Experimental Groups,Control Groups,Comparative Analysis,Student Attitudes,Time on Task

The ubiquity of mobile phones provides an opportunity to use them as a resource for construction of programs beyond the classroom. However, limitations of mobile phones impede their use as typical programming environments. This research proposes that programming environments on mobile phones should include scaffolding techniques specifically designed for mobile phones, and designed based on learners' needs. This paper discusses the effectiveness of theoretically-derived scaffolding techniques to construct Java programs on a mobile phone. The results indicate that even though scaffolding techniques could support learners to program on a mobile phone, further modifications of the designed scaffolding techniques may be necessary in order to more effectively support programming on a mobile phone. [For complete proceedings, see ED562096.]
It's Not Just the Pedagogy: Challenges in Scaling Mobile Learning Applications into Institution-Wide Learning Technologies
Author: Bird, Peter
Date: 2015-03-00
Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers
Subjects: Educational Technology,Technology Uses in Education,Electronic Learning,Telecommunications,Handheld Devices,Foreign Countries,Teaching Methods,Higher Education,Longitudinal Studies,Technology Integration,Theories

Whilst m-learning pedagogy has received considerable attention (e.g. Sharples et. al. 2007, Kukulska-Hulme, 2012), the process of adopting this potentially disruptive innovation within universities has been neglected. Based on a PhD thesis (Bird, 2014), this paper presents some of the findings from a longitudinal study which examined the adoption of m-learning projects in five UK higher education institutions in the period 2008 to 2011. Many m-learning projects have been started as pilots often as a result of external research funding. Using Actor-Network Theory to model embedding trajectories, this paper looks at how the outputs of these projects are encapsulated into wider institutional IT strategy to become institutionally embedded learning technologies. [For complete proceedings, see ED562096.]
Cross-Platform User Interface of E-Learning Applications
Author: Stoces, Michal
Date: 2015-03-00
Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers
Subjects: Electronic Learning,Computer Interfaces,Web Based Instruction,Usability,Access to Education,Lifelong Learning,Universities,Foreign Countries

The paper discusses the development of Web educational services for specific groups. A key feature is to allow the display and use of educational materials and training services to the widest possible set of different devices, especially in the browser classic desktop computers, notebooks, tablets, mobile phones and also on different readers for visually impaired users. The Web service will be created according to the rules WCAG (Web Content Accessibility Guidelines). The article also focuses on the accessibility of educational services and the selection of appropriate tools for effortless and effective implementation. The Department of Information Technologies of the Czech University of Life Sciences Prague has extensive experience with electronic online education of specific groups (e.g . seniors, women at maternity leave). The solution will be used in the development of educational services &quot;Labyrinth&quot;. Software will be developed in collaboration the Department of Information Technologies of the Czech University of Life Sciences Prague and nongovernment organization Czech Society for Information Technology in Agriculture. [For the complete proceedings, see ED562096.]
A Study on the Process Development of Collective Intelligence for Utilization of Unused Space of Abandoned Schools
Author: Kim, Uk
Date: 2015-03-00
Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers
Subjects: Space Utilization,School Closing,Intelligence,Handheld Devices,Decision Making,Foreign Countries

Living conditions and social environment are changing through time, and recently schooling population is diminishing in Korea. Thus the number of abandoned schools has increased. In order to utilize unused space a mechanism is required for the exchange of various ideas. However, there is little effort to provide a platform for this purpose. This study aims at developing a process and a systemic method to collect intelligence of utilizing unused space. [For complete proceedings, see ED562096.]
Effectiveness and Utility of Terminal Tablet as Electric Textbooks for Nursing Practicum
Author: Nakamura, Yumiko
Date: 2015-03-00
Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers
Subjects: Educational Technology,Technology Uses in Education,Electronic Learning,Telecommunications,Handheld Devices,Foreign Countries,Teaching Methods,Nursing Education,Textbooks,Electronic Publishing,Questionnaires,Student Surveys

Based on the Nursing Learning Support System, which was developed and tested by our university, this study developed the &quot;Digital Nursing Dictionary (ver. 2),&quot; a terminal tablet with a new function of an electronic books, by taking advantage of the developed ICT. This paper describes an interim report of the results of those assessments. [For complete proceedings, see ED562096.]
An Integrated Learning Management System for Location-Based Mobile Learning
Author: Sailer, Christian
Date: 2015-03-00
Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers
Subjects: Educational Technology,Technology Uses in Education,Electronic Learning,Telecommunications,Handheld Devices,Teaching Methods,Secondary Education,Geographic Information Systems,Integrated Learning Systems

This paper discusses the relevance and challenges of a location-based learning platform that supports mobile learning in education. We present the design of an integrated management system for location-based mobile learning. Independent of the taught subject, the objective of the system is an easy-to-understand user interface for both - teachers and students. [For the full proceedings, see ED562096.]
Active Students in Webinars
Author: Kolås, Line
Date: 2015-03-00
Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers
Subjects: Internet,Seminars,Web Based Instruction,Teaching Methods,Student Participation,Collaborative Writing,Educational Technology,Learning Activities,Videoconferencing,Cooperative Learning,Qualitative Research,Questionnaires,Foreign Countries,College Students,Workshops

To ensure student activity in webinars we have defined 10 learning tasks focusing on production and communication e.g. collaborative writing, discussion and polling, and investigated how the technology supports the learning activities. The three project partners in the VisPed-project use different video-conferencing systems, and we analyzed how it is possible to implement different learning activities in the video-conferencing tools, alternatively using external tools in combination with video-conferencing tools. The webinar technologies investigated (Microsoft Lync, MeetCon and Adobe Connect) mainly have features to create live polls, share screens and resources, chat and handle user roles (presenter, guests). Learning activities based on e.g. collaborative text production, collaborative work with spreadsheets, presentations and evaluations demand the use of external applications. [For complete proceedings, see ED562096.]
Challenges of Using Learning Analytics Techniques to Support Mobile Learning
Author: Arrigo, Marco
Date: 2015-03-00
Type: Reports - Evaluative
Subjects: Educational Technology,Technology Uses in Education,Electronic Learning,Telecommunications,Handheld Devices,Data Collection,Data Analysis,Educational Research,Decision Making

Evaluation of Mobile Learning remains an open research issue, especially as regards the activities that take place outside the classroom. In this context, Learning Analytics can provide answers, and offer the appropriate tools to enhance Mobile Learning experiences. In this poster we introduce a task-interaction framework, using learning analytics techniques to support educational decision making, that has been designed by extending the results of well-established studies in this field with the aim of dealing with the complexity of Mobile Learning. [For the full proceedings, see ED562096.]
Boosting up JSL Learners' Outside-Class Learning Time with Learning Log System
Author: Uosaki, Noriko
Date: 2015-03-00
Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers
Subjects: Japanese,Second Language Learning,Computer Uses in Education,Time on Task,Student Surveys,Program Effectiveness,Questionnaires,Advanced Students,Foreign Students,College Students,Foreign Countries,Electronic Learning,Handheld Devices,Novices

This paper tackles enhancing outside-class learning of JSL (Japanese as a Second Language) learners. The objective of this study is to examine the effectiveness of our developed learning log system called SCROLL (System for Capturing and Reminding of Learning Log) in terms of boosting up outside-class learning time of JSL learners in Japan. In our evaluation, there was a statistically significant increase of outside-class learning time during the phase with SCROLL. However the number of uploading words did not contribute to boosting up outside-class learning time but it seemed taking quizzes that contributed to the increase. The questionnaire survey shows that no advanced learners gave positive comments about SCROLL, while there was only one negative comment from the beginners. It implies that the system might more fit beginner learners. [For the full proceedings, see ED562096.]
Learner Centered Experiences with Flipped Classroom and Mobile Online Webinars in Distance Higher Education Program
Author: Amhag, Lisbeth
Date: 2015-03-00
Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers
Subjects: Educational Technology,Technology Uses in Education,Electronic Learning,Telecommunications,Handheld Devices,Teaching Methods,Internet,Seminars,Web Based Instruction,Blended Learning,Homework,Video Technology,Distance Education,Higher Education,Student Centered Learning,Cooperative Learning,Self Efficacy,Computer Mediated Communication,Synchronous Communication,Teacher Education Programs,Vocational Education,Secondary Education,Student Teachers,Interviews,Qualitative Research,Observation

The aim of this study is to describe and analyse students' learning activities in distance higher education program with online webinars (WEB-based semINAR) by computer, laptop or mobile app for phones and tablets directly face-to-face (F2F) with other students and teachers introduced by &quot;flipped classroom.&quot; The data collection consists of qualitative research interviews with students and observations of F2F webinars and parallel chat communications with problem solving, discussing theoretical concepts and literature, and engaging in various collaborative group works, as well as examinations. Theoretically, the study joins the research tradition of sociocultural theories and Computer Supported Collaborative Learning, CSCL, as well the theoretical approach of self-efficacy and Computer Self-Efficacy (CSE) concerned with individuals' media and information literacy. Important conclusions from the results of the learning activities with flipped classroom, online synchronous webinars and chat communications are that these learning activities gives the students more learner-centered experiences and are important for them in order to continue the education and be able to be a part of the reciprocal learning processes, as well as to understand the academic way of reading and writing. [For the full proceedings, see ED562096.]
Implementation of an Adaptive Learning System Using a Bayesian Network
Author: Yasuda, Keiji
Date: 2015-03-00
Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers
Subjects: Adaptive Testing,Bayesian Statistics,Networks,Computer Assisted Instruction,Handheld Devices,Elementary Schools,Foreign Countries

An adaptive learning system is proposed that incorporates a Bayesian network to efficiently gauge learners' understanding at the course-unit level. Also, learners receive content that is adapted to their measured level of understanding. The system works on an iPad via the Edmodo platform. A field experiment using the system in an elementary school begins in September, 2014. In addition to the contents of this paper, reports on the field experiments and a demonstration will be given at the conference poster presentation. [For the full proceedings, see ED562096.]
Implementation of an Intelligent Tutorial System for Socioenvironmental Management Projects
Author: Vera, Gil
Date: 2015-03-00
Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers
Subjects: Intelligent Tutoring Systems,Electronic Learning,Artificial Intelligence,State of the Art Reviews,Handheld Devices,Foreign Countries,Interviews

The agents responsible of execution of physical infrastructure projects of the Government of Antioquia must know the theories and concepts related to the socio-environmental management of physical infrastructure projects. In the absence of tools and the little information on the subject, it is necessary to build a m-learning tool to facilitate to public functionaries, contractors and communities assimilate the knowledge and contribute to generate the minimum environmental impacts on the environment. The objective of this paper is to present MGSAI Tutorial System, designed to support the learning process and appropriation of knowledge to public functionaries, contractors and communities. This work is divided in three parts; in the first, it presents the results of the review of the state of the art; in the second, the methodology used in the construction of the intelligent tutorial system (ITS), in the third part explains MGSAI tutorial Expert System as a case of application. [For the full proceedings, see ED562096.]
Research on Mobile Learning Activities Applying Tablets
Author: Kurilovas, Eugenijus
Date: 2015-03-00
Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers
Subjects: Educational Technology,Technology Uses in Education,Electronic Learning,Telecommunications,Handheld Devices,Foreign Countries,Teaching Methods,Comparative Analysis,Conventional Instruction,Questionnaires,Teacher Attitudes,Student Attitudes,Cognitive Style,Learning Activities,Secondary Education

The paper aims to present current research on mobile learning activities in Lithuania while implementing flagship EU-funded CCL project on application of tablet computers in education. In the paper, the quality of modern mobile learning activities based on learning personalisation, problem solving, collaboration, and flipped class methods is compared against the quality of traditional, mostly face-to-face learning activities based mainly on knowledge transmission. Research was twofold--on the one hand, the results of online questionnaire of teachers and students participated in the first cycle of CCL pilots in Lithuania were analysed, and on the other--expert evaluation method was used. A special attention is paid to suitability of learning activities to particular students learning styles. Presented approach on learning activities quality evaluation and optimisation problems could help educational institutions to select suitable mobile activities for particular learning styles. [For the full proceedings, see ED562096.]
Developing Students' Professional Digital Identity
Author: Cochrane, Thomas
Date: 2015-03-00
Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers
Subjects: Professional Identity,Social Media,Case Studies,Elective Courses,Communities of Practice,Curriculum Design,Undergraduate Students

In contrast to the myth of the &quot;Digital Native&quot; and the ubiquity of Facebook use, we have found that students' digital identities are predominantly social with their online activity beyond Facebook limited to being social media consumers rather than producers. Within a global economy students need to learn new digital literacy skills to prepare them to become active participants of professional networks. In this paper we explore a case study consisting of the development of a six-week elective course that aims to develop students' professional digital identity, by leveraging a community of practice network of global educators modeling the educational and critical use of mobile social media. [For the full proceedings, see ED562096.]
Microlearning as Innovative Pedagogy for Mobile Learning in MOOCs
Author: Kamilali, Despina
Date: 2015-03-00
Type: Reports - Descriptive
Subjects: Educational Technology,Technology Uses in Education,Electronic Learning,Telecommunications,Handheld Devices,Teaching Methods,Cognitive Style,Learning Activities,Large Group Instruction,Online Courses,Dropout Rate

MOOCs are open online courses offered by major universities, free to everyone, anywhere in the world. Hundreds or tens of thousands of learners enrollee in MOOCs but completion rate is extremely low, sometimes less than 10%. There is a need to explore new and more engaging forms of pedagogy to improve retention. Focusing on this need, this paper, proposes the combined use of Microlearning and Mobile Learning in MOOCs, for a new educational approach. The benefits of this new educational approach might be the development of innovative short in time learning activities in MOOCs, enabling anytime-anywhere learning, like small steps that over the day are together forming a continuous learning path. [For the full proceedings, see ED562096.]
Educational Materials for Mobile Learning
Author: Kaneko, Kosuke
Date: 2015-03-00
Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers
Subjects: Educational Technology,Technology Uses in Education,Electronic Learning,Telecommunications,Handheld Devices,Foreign Countries,Teaching Methods,Higher Education,Online Courses,Educational Games,Large Group Instruction,Web Based Instruction,Medical Education,Internet,Computer Games

This paper introduces several educational materials developed by ICER (Innovation Center for Educational Resource) of Kyushu University Library and considers about what are better designs for mobile educational materials through their development experiences and their investigations about its learning effectiveness. The introduced materials are various types and have several ICT(Information and Communication Technology), e.g. serious games for medical fields, web application-based educational materials using HTML5-based technologies, online educational courses such as OCW (Open Course Ware) and MOOC (Massive Open Online Course), etc. [For the full proceedings, see ED562096.]
A Framework to Support Global Corporate M-Learning: Learner Initiative and Technology Acceptance across Cultures
Author: Farrell, Wendy
Date: 2015-03-00
Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers
Subjects: Educational Technology,Technology Uses in Education,Electronic Learning,Telecommunications,Handheld Devices,Foreign Countries,Teaching Methods,Questionnaires,Corporations,Employees,Cultural Influences,Technology Integration,Attitude Measures,Distance Education,Computer Attitudes,Power Structure,Individualism,Collectivism,Masculinity,Femininity

Corporations are growing more and more international and accordingly need to train and develop an increasingly diverse and dispersed employee based. M-learning seems like it may be the solution if it can cross cultures. Learner initiative has been shown to be a disadvantage of distant learning environments, which would include m-learning. Consequently this study will look at the influence of Hofstede's cultural dimensions on Learner Initiative (LI) and how LI influences technology acceptance of m-learning. A prototype will be designed and shown to representatives of various cultures along the cultural dimension who will then answer a questionnaire. Responses will be evaluated in two phases with the first phase focusing on the cultural influence on LI and the second phase focusing on how LI influences technology acceptance. [For the full proceedings, see ED562096.]
Do Mobile Learning Devices Enhance Learning in Higher Education Anatomy Classrooms?
Author: Wilkinson, Kate
Date: 2015-03-00
Type: Speeches/Meeting Papers
Subjects: Educational Technology,Technology Uses in Education,Electronic Learning,Telecommunications,Handheld Devices,Foreign Countries,Teaching Methods,Comparative Analysis,Conventional Instruction,Higher Education,Anatomy,Seminars,Sports Medicine,Exercise,Academic Achievement,Attendance Patterns,Feedback (Response),Academic Persistence,Attitude Measures,Student Attitudes,Questionnaires,Cognitive Style,Check Lists,Qualitative Research

Recently there has been an increased volume of research and practice of mobile Learning (mLearning) and in particular of the tablet device. The question of how, when and where to best incorporate the tablet device into the learning environment in Higher Education remains largely unanswered. The article presents the findings of an empirical study that examined the effect of integrating mobile learning tablet devices into first year University anatomy seminars in a group of Sport and Exercise students. Data on student achievement, attendance and feedback was collected over two academic years and two cohorts, comparing seminar groups taught with tablet devices (iPads) integrated with traditionally taught anatomy seminars. The results indicate that the iPads had a positive effect on attendance, achievement and retention, highlighting the need for a framework as to how the tablet should be incorporated to maximise the learner experience. This article offers insight into the implications of successful mLearning using tablets and into how we, as educators might use the tablet device as a tool to provide a more engaging, successful learning environment which positively impacts on student achievement and independent truly mobile learning outside of the classroom. [For the full proceedings, see ED562096.]