During Week 2 of our course, I wrote my definition of learning with mobile computers as:
Learners use mobile computers for formal and informal learning anywhere and anytime to:
- self-direct their learning
- participate actively and positively in the acquisition of knowledge and understanding
- develop social interactions
- develop 21st century skillsĀ such as collaboration and communication
Now during Week 11, I have definitely expanded my understanding of learning with mobile computers to:
Learners use mobile computers for formal and informal learning anywhere and anytime to:
- self-direct their learning in authentic, personally relevant context
- participate actively in the acquisition of knowledge and understanding to make connections as consumers and producers in the online network
- develop 21st century skills
- cultivate interactive social collaboration and sharing environments
- seamlessly switch between different contexts, such as between formal and informal environments and between individual and social learning
- bridge learning in- and outside of the classrooms
Hi Maura,
I really like the idea of including the seamless switching between contexts and environments. Traditionally schools were viewed as not only a place for learning, but also a place for social learning. This still holds true today, but it can and should be extended to virtual settings as well. I will definitely keep this in mind as teach my students.
Good luck with your project and the rest of your educational endeavors!
Tony