Monday, October 4, 2010
M-learning
I read an article that talk about how a university is “pioneering” in mobile learning. First I think it is important to understand what is exactly is “Mobile learning” AKA m-learning-this term is referred to using mobile computer devices:(cell phones, mp3 players, PC tablets, notebooks) as the media delivery for education and training purposes.; this my very general definition. The article paints a picture of what the university did to bring m-learning to the campus, but does not give any insight as to how successful it has been. My thoughts are for younger generations born before 1989 technology learning applications are intuitive, where as people born after 1989 computer technology was introduce to them at later ages especially those born after 1980. Therefore, how does m-learning affect the current work force from ages 26 and up?
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I totally agree. Often when we think of mobile learning we think of users our age but what about other generations? We learned from TSTM 444 that each generation learns differently so older generations may not respond to mobile learning very well. This should definitely be taken into consideration.
ReplyDeleteI would have to agree as well that generational difference should be taken into consideration. On the flip side, I also feel as though individuals from older generations should try and learn and get more involved with some of the new technilogical advancements. If not they should not try and acqurie positions that have a lot of technology that goes along with it.
ReplyDeleteI believe that mobile learning would not be appropriate for older adults. I think it would prove difficult for them to have to learn on the go. They are nowhere near as "tech-savvy" as the younger generation!
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