2. Investigating the future of smartphones as learning technologies Two scenarios: Risk averse one focusing on dangers and banning phones Using smartphones as learning tools
3. Scenario 1: Dangers Health issues Academic distraction Cost Downloading of porn Cyber bullying Cheating in exams FROM: http://bestmobilenow.net/2011/03/15/mobile-now-dangers-of-mobile-phone-to-students-of-secondary-school/
4. Conclusions Scenario 1 Ban use in schools. Develop other tools to act as information sources โ training costs, not teaching students how to use them critically Blocking
5. Positives and consequences Mobility, current availability, apps Costs Augmented reality Informal, student led Cheap-ubiquitous-time and space Requirement for phone/provided Multifunction tool In and out of school
6. The Interviews The group carried out 4 interviews which informed this presentation. You can view these at http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Ln_nxpGvejM