Mobile Online Support Strategies for Serving Today's Connected Online StudentsJason Rhode
This document discusses mobile communication strategies for supporting online students. It provides statistics showing high percentages of teens and college students owning cell phones and using text messaging as their primary form of communication. It encourages considering how mobile technology can help support students more efficiently and effectively, and developing a mobile communication strategy to do so. It closes by quoting that technology doesn't matter for learning as much as structure, and information alone is not knowledge.
Going Mobile and Social at Bedfordshire UniversityPeter Godwin
1. The document discusses how Bedfordshire University is adapting to students increasingly using mobile devices and social media for learning and accessing information.
2. A survey found that most masters students use mobile devices as learning tools and are interested in apps and QR codes to access library services and materials.
3. Focus groups revealed that students value being able to access information anywhere at any time, especially around exam periods, but that costs still present a barrier to greater mobile use.
4. The document argues that mobile devices are changing how students access and use information, and that universities need to promote mobile library services to keep up with these trends in technology use among students.
Facebook is widely used by college students, with 97% of students at one university reporting using it. While it provides opportunities to connect with friends and learn about campus events, some students find that Facebook distracts them from schoolwork or that it fosters superficial relationships. Opinions on Facebook's pros and cons depend on how each individual student uses it.
Internet use and its impact on secondary school students in chianCristopher Sodusta
This thesis investigates Internet addiction (IA) among Thai secondary school students. It employs a mixed methods approach including a Delphi technique, online survey, and interviews. The Delphi technique engaged Thai experts to develop a consensus definition of IA and diagnostic criteria. An online survey of 952 students in Chiang Mai assessed IA prevalence and impacts. Interviews with 30 students provided further understanding of IA. The study found a 3.7% prevalence of IA. Impacts included academic, physical and mental health, and relationship problems. The study contributes to the literature by generating an IA definition and criteria for Thai students as well as identifying intervention strategies.
This document discusses the rise of social media and its growing use in higher education. It defines different types of social media and provides statistics on usage. Some key points made are that social media has overtaken porn as the top online activity, and that the largest segment of social media users are non-traditional students. The document also outlines ways that colleges are using social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, blogs and videos to recruit and engage students. It provides an example of a study that found students using Twitter for educational purposes had higher GPAs than those not using Twitter.
A survey of reading and internet use habits among undergraduate students in s...Alexander Decker
This document summarizes a study that investigated the reading and internet use habits of undergraduate students at the University of Ibadan and Obafemi Awolowo University in Nigeria. A survey was conducted with 214 undergraduate students across both universities. The findings showed that respondents from both universities read textbooks and used the internet for academic purposes like exams and projects. Most respondents read for 3 hours per day and used the internet for 1-2 hours daily. Problems affecting reading habits included lack of awareness, lighting, seating and resources.
The document discusses how the University of Bedfordshire is going mobile and social in its approach. It summarizes that most masters students use mobile devices as learning tools and are interested in mobile apps and QR codes to access library services and resources. While promotion and awareness of these tools is still needed, mobile devices are becoming an important way to deliver information literacy instruction and library services in a way that provides access anywhere and anytime.
The document discusses the growing use of mobile devices and explores opportunities for mobile learning or mLearning in higher education settings. Some key points:
- Nearly all college students own mobile phones and use text messaging frequently.
- mLearning is defined as any learning that occurs when the learner is mobile, taking advantage of mobile technologies.
- Possible mLearning applications discussed include using text messaging for class reminders, polls and surveys, mobile video streaming, and social media like Twitter.
- Challenges to mLearning include potential increased cheating and distractions, but many opportunities exist to harness mobile technologies for teaching and learning.
Mobile Online Support Strategies for Serving Today's Connected Online StudentsJason Rhode
This document discusses mobile communication strategies for supporting online students. It provides statistics showing high percentages of teens and college students owning cell phones and using text messaging as their primary form of communication. It encourages considering how mobile technology can help support students more efficiently and effectively, and developing a mobile communication strategy to do so. It closes by quoting that technology doesn't matter for learning as much as structure, and information alone is not knowledge.
Going Mobile and Social at Bedfordshire UniversityPeter Godwin
1. The document discusses how Bedfordshire University is adapting to students increasingly using mobile devices and social media for learning and accessing information.
2. A survey found that most masters students use mobile devices as learning tools and are interested in apps and QR codes to access library services and materials.
3. Focus groups revealed that students value being able to access information anywhere at any time, especially around exam periods, but that costs still present a barrier to greater mobile use.
4. The document argues that mobile devices are changing how students access and use information, and that universities need to promote mobile library services to keep up with these trends in technology use among students.
Facebook is widely used by college students, with 97% of students at one university reporting using it. While it provides opportunities to connect with friends and learn about campus events, some students find that Facebook distracts them from schoolwork or that it fosters superficial relationships. Opinions on Facebook's pros and cons depend on how each individual student uses it.
Internet use and its impact on secondary school students in chianCristopher Sodusta
This thesis investigates Internet addiction (IA) among Thai secondary school students. It employs a mixed methods approach including a Delphi technique, online survey, and interviews. The Delphi technique engaged Thai experts to develop a consensus definition of IA and diagnostic criteria. An online survey of 952 students in Chiang Mai assessed IA prevalence and impacts. Interviews with 30 students provided further understanding of IA. The study found a 3.7% prevalence of IA. Impacts included academic, physical and mental health, and relationship problems. The study contributes to the literature by generating an IA definition and criteria for Thai students as well as identifying intervention strategies.
This document discusses the rise of social media and its growing use in higher education. It defines different types of social media and provides statistics on usage. Some key points made are that social media has overtaken porn as the top online activity, and that the largest segment of social media users are non-traditional students. The document also outlines ways that colleges are using social media platforms like Facebook, Twitter, blogs and videos to recruit and engage students. It provides an example of a study that found students using Twitter for educational purposes had higher GPAs than those not using Twitter.
A survey of reading and internet use habits among undergraduate students in s...Alexander Decker
This document summarizes a study that investigated the reading and internet use habits of undergraduate students at the University of Ibadan and Obafemi Awolowo University in Nigeria. A survey was conducted with 214 undergraduate students across both universities. The findings showed that respondents from both universities read textbooks and used the internet for academic purposes like exams and projects. Most respondents read for 3 hours per day and used the internet for 1-2 hours daily. Problems affecting reading habits included lack of awareness, lighting, seating and resources.
The document discusses how the University of Bedfordshire is going mobile and social in its approach. It summarizes that most masters students use mobile devices as learning tools and are interested in mobile apps and QR codes to access library services and resources. While promotion and awareness of these tools is still needed, mobile devices are becoming an important way to deliver information literacy instruction and library services in a way that provides access anywhere and anytime.
The document discusses the growing use of mobile devices and explores opportunities for mobile learning or mLearning in higher education settings. Some key points:
- Nearly all college students own mobile phones and use text messaging frequently.
- mLearning is defined as any learning that occurs when the learner is mobile, taking advantage of mobile technologies.
- Possible mLearning applications discussed include using text messaging for class reminders, polls and surveys, mobile video streaming, and social media like Twitter.
- Challenges to mLearning include potential increased cheating and distractions, but many opportunities exist to harness mobile technologies for teaching and learning.
This document discusses various ways that cell phones can be integrated into classroom instruction. It begins by noting the high percentage of students who own cell phones and have access to the internet. It then provides examples of projects where students have used cell phones to document field trips, conduct oral exams, take notes, blog photos, send text alerts, and more. Guidelines are presented for developing cell phone policies and ensuring their safe and appropriate use in educational settings. The document advocates starting small by surveying students and having optional mobile assignments before fully integrating cell phones into the classroom.
This document provides an overview and background information about social networking sites. It begins with definitions of social networking sites and describes their key features, such as user profiles, connections between users, and communication tools. It then discusses the history and evolution of social networking sites from early online communities in the 1990s to major current platforms. The types of social networking sites are also categorized, distinguishing between those that enable social mobility versus replicating existing social connections. In summary, the document outlines the definition, features, history, and categorization of social networking sites.
Presentation offered at the 2014 Summer Institute on Distance Learning and Instructional Technology (SIDLIT). See http://www.powtoon.com/show/dccGbC2PmoV/cartoons-for-instruction/ for Video.
Brandtzæg, P.B., & Heim, J. (2009). Why people use social networking sites. Proceedings of the HCI International. (pp. 143–152). In A.A. Ozok and P. Zaphiris (Eds.): Online Communities, LNCS. Springer-Verlag Berlin Heidelberg, San Diego, CA, USA, 19-24 July
To find the students awareness of social networks.
b. To find for what purposes the students are using social networks.
c. To find effects of social networks on studies of the students.
d. To find Student’s ideas on how social networks can be used positively for education purposes.
e. To find average time spent on social networks by UNIVOTEC students
f. To find average expenditure spend by students on sustenance in social network
This document discusses technologies and learning models for education. It begins with an overview of the impact of the Internet and tools like video conferencing. It then discusses concepts like Web 2.0, learning objects, and educational frameworks. The document proposes some classroom exercises, such as setting up a class blog or addressing issues around technology use during tests. It also reviews models of learning and evaluation, including Bloom's Taxonomy. Overall, the document serves as a reference outlining various technologies, pedagogical approaches, and frameworks relevant to online and technology-enabled education.
The document compares youth technology use in China and the United States. It finds that while high percentages of youth in both countries agree that digital technology is an essential part of their lives, Chinese youth are more likely to feel more real online than offline, experiment with how they present themselves online, and use the internet to make friends. The document provides statistics and sources to back these findings and directs the reader to the full study and other related research.
The document discusses the future of simulation in healthcare education and how it will be shaped by emerging technologies, learner demand, enhanced pedagogical approaches, and cultural factors. It describes how younger generations expect interactivity and multimedia in their learning and how simulation allows for realistic virtual experiences. The future of healthcare simulation is predicted to include increased use of reusable learning objects, virtual worlds, and lifelong learning to support a more collaborative, technology-enabled educational model.
The document discusses how libraries and librarians can use Web 2.0 tools to help engage and teach information literacy skills to Millennial students. It outlines various Web 2.0 tools like blogs, wikis, Flickr, YouTube, delicious, and their benefits for being collaborative, visual, active learning tools that appeal to Millennials. The goal is to counter low engagement and help students develop important research skills for an information-rich world.
Report on Loss of Reading Habit Amoung YouthAvinash Chavan
The document is a research project on the loss of reading habits among youth. It includes an introduction outlining the topic, a methodology section describing how primary research was conducted through surveys, and analyses of the survey results. Key findings include that most youth enjoy reading but feel they do not have enough time, and that increased access to technology and a fast-paced educational system have reduced opportunities and motivation for reading. The conclusion is that while digital technologies are important, they have also negatively impacted reading habits by distracting youth and wasting time on unproductive activities.
According to the 2016 ECAR survey, 96% of undergraduates in the U.S. now own a smartphone and the trend is on the rise. How can educators design learning so as to improve access for the smartphone learner?
Effect of online social networking sites on student engagement and achievementliz99power
This paper reviews research on the relationship between online social networking sites (SNSs) and student engagement and achievement. Some research has found positive connections, with SNSs increasing engagement through collaboration and interaction, but negatively impacting achievement through distraction. Other studies found negative relationships, with SNS use linked to lower engagement and performance. Much of the research also shows no conclusive evidence of impacts either way. Overall, SNS participation seems to positively correlate with engagement but negatively with achievement. Further research is still needed to better understand this complex relationship between emerging technologies, student behaviors, and academic outcomes.
This document discusses using podcasts to reach library customers. It provides definitions of podcasts and compares them to blogs and videos. Some key facts presented include that 72% of US web users watch online videos and 93% of students prefer podcasts as supplemental material. The document also provides examples of what other libraries and schools are doing with podcasts and argues that iTunes U is a good platform for libraries to use to create and host podcasts.
This paper examines the impact of internet use on student performance. In this cross-sectional study, one hundred twenty survey responses were collected from plus two-level students from BirendranagarSurkhet. The respondents were selected from class 11 and 12 students randomly. Frequency of internet use, location of internet use, cooperation from teachers for internet learning and peer group influence on internet use for academic purpose has been analyzed with their academic performance.one sample t test was used to analyze the data. The finding concludes all these variables have positive impact if the student use internet for learning process. Similarly, the analysis shows that the student who used internet at home for learning purpose has found highest academic achievement.
This document provides a rationale and overview for an informational video about social media etiquette, or "netiquette", for educators. The purpose is to raise awareness of appropriate online conduct to avoid issues like inappropriate contact with students. The target audience is education professionals. The video will discuss how social media can blur boundaries if misused, and provide examples of teachers facing suspension or job loss due to online behaviors. It will also suggest alternative communication methods and emphasize the serious legal and career consequences of improper conduct online.
The document discusses research on the impact of internet use on young students in Bangladesh. It provides context on the growth of internet usage globally and concerns about internet addiction. The literature review covers definitions of internet use and addiction, risk factors for young adults, and potential negative impacts of excessive usage including effects on interpersonal relationships, behavior, physical and psychological health, and academic performance. The purpose is to explore internet use impacts on Bangladeshi youth by reviewing existing global research on this topic.
Effects of social networking sites to the academic performance of the dtte st...Catherine Agawin
This document appears to be a research paper that studied the effects of social networking sites on the academic performance of students at the MSU-Iligan Institute of Technology. It includes sections on the problem statement, conceptual framework, research design using questionnaires and interviews, statistical analysis methods, results and discussion of findings, and conclusions. The main findings were that there was no significant relationship found between the time students spent on social media and their GPA, and that social media did not negatively affect academic performance when used properly with supervision. The paper recommends that social media can be used to enhance learning if implemented correctly by teachers, and that parents should support internet access for their children.
Podcasting Online Faculty Development Programs Using Blackboard Collaborate M...Jason Rhode
This session offered at Blackboard Collaborate Connections Summit 2012 will share Northern Illinois University’s journey offering live online faculty development workshops using Blackboard Collaborate as well as making online workshop archives available for on-demand viewing either online, in iTunes, or on a mobile device. Emphasis will be placed on NIU’s step-by-step workflow for using Publish! in conjunction with Blackboard Collaborate to create MP4 versions of archives suitable for viewing online as well as on mobile devices to deliver archived online faculty development programs in podcast form. The presentation will include considerations for hosting archives outside Blackboard Collaborate as well as the steps necessary to create a podcast RSS feed, submit to the iTunes store, and update the necessary files when a new MP4 archive from Blackboard Collaborate is generated.
Conducting Surveys and Collecting Student Feedback Using Google FormsJason Rhode
Jason Rhode presented on using Google Forms to conduct surveys and collect student feedback. He compared the features of Google Forms to Blackboard Surveys, noting that Google Forms does not require login, saves results to a spreadsheet, and provides summary graphs, while Blackboard Surveys require login, save results to the Grade Center, and may not be accessible to screen readers. Rhode provided tips for using Google Forms such as shortening survey links and testing forms before using them with students.
This document discusses various ways that cell phones can be integrated into classroom instruction. It begins by noting the high percentage of students who own cell phones and have access to the internet. It then provides examples of projects where students have used cell phones to document field trips, conduct oral exams, take notes, blog photos, send text alerts, and more. Guidelines are presented for developing cell phone policies and ensuring their safe and appropriate use in educational settings. The document advocates starting small by surveying students and having optional mobile assignments before fully integrating cell phones into the classroom.
This document provides an overview and background information about social networking sites. It begins with definitions of social networking sites and describes their key features, such as user profiles, connections between users, and communication tools. It then discusses the history and evolution of social networking sites from early online communities in the 1990s to major current platforms. The types of social networking sites are also categorized, distinguishing between those that enable social mobility versus replicating existing social connections. In summary, the document outlines the definition, features, history, and categorization of social networking sites.
Presentation offered at the 2014 Summer Institute on Distance Learning and Instructional Technology (SIDLIT). See http://www.powtoon.com/show/dccGbC2PmoV/cartoons-for-instruction/ for Video.
Brandtzæg, P.B., & Heim, J. (2009). Why people use social networking sites. Proceedings of the HCI International. (pp. 143–152). In A.A. Ozok and P. Zaphiris (Eds.): Online Communities, LNCS. Springer-Verlag Berlin Heidelberg, San Diego, CA, USA, 19-24 July
To find the students awareness of social networks.
b. To find for what purposes the students are using social networks.
c. To find effects of social networks on studies of the students.
d. To find Student’s ideas on how social networks can be used positively for education purposes.
e. To find average time spent on social networks by UNIVOTEC students
f. To find average expenditure spend by students on sustenance in social network
This document discusses technologies and learning models for education. It begins with an overview of the impact of the Internet and tools like video conferencing. It then discusses concepts like Web 2.0, learning objects, and educational frameworks. The document proposes some classroom exercises, such as setting up a class blog or addressing issues around technology use during tests. It also reviews models of learning and evaluation, including Bloom's Taxonomy. Overall, the document serves as a reference outlining various technologies, pedagogical approaches, and frameworks relevant to online and technology-enabled education.
The document compares youth technology use in China and the United States. It finds that while high percentages of youth in both countries agree that digital technology is an essential part of their lives, Chinese youth are more likely to feel more real online than offline, experiment with how they present themselves online, and use the internet to make friends. The document provides statistics and sources to back these findings and directs the reader to the full study and other related research.
The document discusses the future of simulation in healthcare education and how it will be shaped by emerging technologies, learner demand, enhanced pedagogical approaches, and cultural factors. It describes how younger generations expect interactivity and multimedia in their learning and how simulation allows for realistic virtual experiences. The future of healthcare simulation is predicted to include increased use of reusable learning objects, virtual worlds, and lifelong learning to support a more collaborative, technology-enabled educational model.
The document discusses how libraries and librarians can use Web 2.0 tools to help engage and teach information literacy skills to Millennial students. It outlines various Web 2.0 tools like blogs, wikis, Flickr, YouTube, delicious, and their benefits for being collaborative, visual, active learning tools that appeal to Millennials. The goal is to counter low engagement and help students develop important research skills for an information-rich world.
Report on Loss of Reading Habit Amoung YouthAvinash Chavan
The document is a research project on the loss of reading habits among youth. It includes an introduction outlining the topic, a methodology section describing how primary research was conducted through surveys, and analyses of the survey results. Key findings include that most youth enjoy reading but feel they do not have enough time, and that increased access to technology and a fast-paced educational system have reduced opportunities and motivation for reading. The conclusion is that while digital technologies are important, they have also negatively impacted reading habits by distracting youth and wasting time on unproductive activities.
According to the 2016 ECAR survey, 96% of undergraduates in the U.S. now own a smartphone and the trend is on the rise. How can educators design learning so as to improve access for the smartphone learner?
Effect of online social networking sites on student engagement and achievementliz99power
This paper reviews research on the relationship between online social networking sites (SNSs) and student engagement and achievement. Some research has found positive connections, with SNSs increasing engagement through collaboration and interaction, but negatively impacting achievement through distraction. Other studies found negative relationships, with SNS use linked to lower engagement and performance. Much of the research also shows no conclusive evidence of impacts either way. Overall, SNS participation seems to positively correlate with engagement but negatively with achievement. Further research is still needed to better understand this complex relationship between emerging technologies, student behaviors, and academic outcomes.
This document discusses using podcasts to reach library customers. It provides definitions of podcasts and compares them to blogs and videos. Some key facts presented include that 72% of US web users watch online videos and 93% of students prefer podcasts as supplemental material. The document also provides examples of what other libraries and schools are doing with podcasts and argues that iTunes U is a good platform for libraries to use to create and host podcasts.
This paper examines the impact of internet use on student performance. In this cross-sectional study, one hundred twenty survey responses were collected from plus two-level students from BirendranagarSurkhet. The respondents were selected from class 11 and 12 students randomly. Frequency of internet use, location of internet use, cooperation from teachers for internet learning and peer group influence on internet use for academic purpose has been analyzed with their academic performance.one sample t test was used to analyze the data. The finding concludes all these variables have positive impact if the student use internet for learning process. Similarly, the analysis shows that the student who used internet at home for learning purpose has found highest academic achievement.
This document provides a rationale and overview for an informational video about social media etiquette, or "netiquette", for educators. The purpose is to raise awareness of appropriate online conduct to avoid issues like inappropriate contact with students. The target audience is education professionals. The video will discuss how social media can blur boundaries if misused, and provide examples of teachers facing suspension or job loss due to online behaviors. It will also suggest alternative communication methods and emphasize the serious legal and career consequences of improper conduct online.
The document discusses research on the impact of internet use on young students in Bangladesh. It provides context on the growth of internet usage globally and concerns about internet addiction. The literature review covers definitions of internet use and addiction, risk factors for young adults, and potential negative impacts of excessive usage including effects on interpersonal relationships, behavior, physical and psychological health, and academic performance. The purpose is to explore internet use impacts on Bangladeshi youth by reviewing existing global research on this topic.
Effects of social networking sites to the academic performance of the dtte st...Catherine Agawin
This document appears to be a research paper that studied the effects of social networking sites on the academic performance of students at the MSU-Iligan Institute of Technology. It includes sections on the problem statement, conceptual framework, research design using questionnaires and interviews, statistical analysis methods, results and discussion of findings, and conclusions. The main findings were that there was no significant relationship found between the time students spent on social media and their GPA, and that social media did not negatively affect academic performance when used properly with supervision. The paper recommends that social media can be used to enhance learning if implemented correctly by teachers, and that parents should support internet access for their children.
Podcasting Online Faculty Development Programs Using Blackboard Collaborate M...Jason Rhode
This session offered at Blackboard Collaborate Connections Summit 2012 will share Northern Illinois University’s journey offering live online faculty development workshops using Blackboard Collaborate as well as making online workshop archives available for on-demand viewing either online, in iTunes, or on a mobile device. Emphasis will be placed on NIU’s step-by-step workflow for using Publish! in conjunction with Blackboard Collaborate to create MP4 versions of archives suitable for viewing online as well as on mobile devices to deliver archived online faculty development programs in podcast form. The presentation will include considerations for hosting archives outside Blackboard Collaborate as well as the steps necessary to create a podcast RSS feed, submit to the iTunes store, and update the necessary files when a new MP4 archive from Blackboard Collaborate is generated.
Conducting Surveys and Collecting Student Feedback Using Google FormsJason Rhode
Jason Rhode presented on using Google Forms to conduct surveys and collect student feedback. He compared the features of Google Forms to Blackboard Surveys, noting that Google Forms does not require login, saves results to a spreadsheet, and provides summary graphs, while Blackboard Surveys require login, save results to the Grade Center, and may not be accessible to screen readers. Rhode provided tips for using Google Forms such as shortening survey links and testing forms before using them with students.
Blackboard II: Building Your Blackboard CourseJason Rhode
This hands-on workshop is a follow-up to the Blackboard I: Introduction to Blackboard workshop; we will cover the specifics of developing a course in Blackboard, including personalizing course navigation, setting up a materials-delivery structure and creating discussion areas. Participants will work in their own Blackboard courses and should bring to the session any course materials they want to upload or work with during the workshop. Files need to be on a flash drive (readable in a USB port) or on CD.
Offering Online Professional Development for Faculty Using a Cross-Platform S...Jason Rhode
NIU presented on their strategy for offering online professional development for faculty using a cross-platform approach. They chose to deliver their Teaching Effectiveness Institute online using Blackboard and its mobile apps. This allowed more faculty to attend, saved travel costs, and modeled effective online teaching practices. Lessons learned included the success of the online format, need for backup activities, and managing time between sessions. Their next steps are to repeat the model, reuse content, try new formats, and possibly invite outside speakers.
The chicken or the Elgg? Developing a socially constructed self-paced learnin...Jason Rhode
1. The document discusses developing a socially constructed self-paced online learning environment using the eLGG open source social networking system.
2. A recent study explored learners' preferences for interaction in such an environment and found that informal interactions like blogging were equally or more valuable than formal interactions like online discussions.
3. The conclusions indicate that not all forms of interaction are equally effective, and quality of interaction impacts quality of learning, so the specific context needs consideration when designing online learning environments.
This document provides an agenda and overview for a presentation on using student cell phones to increase participation and extend learning. The presentation covers topics like using text messaging tools for in-class activities, sending text alerts to students, taking pictures/videos on field trips and submitting them via phone, creating podcasts, and using phones to access the internet and bridge the digital divide. It also includes steps for integrating cell phone use, including surveying students, discussing mobile safety, creating classroom rules via a social contract, and obtaining parent permission. The goal is to demonstrate how cell phones can engage students and improve learning when used appropriately in the classroom.
This document discusses various ways that cell phones can be used for learning in K-12 classrooms and provides examples of projects that have integrated mobile technologies. It begins by outlining the accessibility and affordability of cell phones as well as students' views of mobile devices and learning. Potential concerns with academic integrity and appropriate use are also addressed. The bulk of the document then presents eight categories of mobile learning projects including podcasting, note-taking, text alerts, photo/video blogging, voicemail, scavenger hunts, QR codes, and live video streaming. Specific classroom examples are provided for each category. The document concludes by offering best practices for educators looking to start integrating mobile learning.
Students' cell phones can be used to enhance and extend learning both in and outside of the classroom. Three ways this can be done include:
1) Increasing classroom participation through polling apps and discussion boards that allow anonymous student responses.
2) Extending learning beyond the school day through text message assignments over breaks and sending educational videos and pictures from field trips.
3) Bridging the digital divide by allowing students without internet access at home to follow experts on Twitter through text messages and take online quizzes on their phones.
This document provides an overview of strategies for connecting student cell phones to classroom instruction. It begins by outlining arguments in favor of using students' cell phones, such as nearly universal ownership among students and the ability to learn collaboratively and anywhere. The document then describes several specific projects and tools teachers have used, such as mobile podcasting, text message alerts and surveys, photo blogging, and mobile note-taking. It emphasizes the importance of setting clear rules and guidelines around cell phone use and digital safety. The summary concludes by advising teachers to start small with optional outside-of-class projects and focus on what they are personally comfortable with.
Students and teachers at a school drafted a social contract for cell phone use in the classroom. They brainstormed rules and consequences, then narrowed it down to five clear rules based on business cell phone policies. The rules require phones to be on vibrate, kept in a designated area until use, and only allow publishing of media related to lessons with approval. A permission form will be sent home incorporating the rules and consequences. The social contract process engaged students in setting boundaries for appropriate mobile technology use in learning.
This document discusses the use of cell phones in K-12 education. It provides statistics showing high cell phone ownership rates among students and discusses how cell phones can be used as a learning tool. Examples are given of teachers having students use cell phones for activities like podcasting, blogging, interactive brainstorming and scavenger hunts. Concerns about cheating and inappropriate use are addressed, as well as the need to teach digital citizenship and safety. The document advocates for setting clear rules and getting student and parent buy-in when allowing cell phones in class.
This document discusses the use of cell phones in K-12 education. It provides statistics showing high cell phone ownership rates among students and discusses how cell phones can be used for learning activities like note taking, organization, language practice, and podcasting. Examples are given of teachers having students use cell phones for projects, assignments, and interactive activities. The document also addresses concerns around cheating and inappropriate use, and provides examples of schools that have implemented cell phone policies and lessons on digital citizenship and safety. Overall, the document argues that cell phones, if used appropriately, can support learning in the classroom.
The document discusses the increasing prevalence of mobile phones and how schools are responding. It notes that many students now bring their phones to school daily, despite some school bans. It then suggests ways that phones could potentially be incorporated into education, such as for research, collaboration, ebooks, math formulas, photography, and more. Some specific apps are also mentioned that could help with subjects like science, language learning, and test preparation. Both advantages and disadvantages of allowing phones in schools are outlined.
Cell Phone Usage During the School Day- Draft 2alexgaertner
This document discusses the issue of cell phone usage during the school day. It argues that cell phones should be banned during school hours for several reasons: 1) They enable easier cyberbullying by allowing students to quickly take and share embarrassing photos/videos, which can severely damage victims' self-esteem. 2) Students can more easily cheat on tests by accessing answers online or taking photos of notes. 3) Cell phones are a major distraction that take students' attention away from class lessons. While some believe students should have access in emergencies, the document contends complete bans are needed to avoid these underlying problems.
- 95% of 18-33 year olds are online, with 96% using email and 92% using search engines, while 83% use social networks
- A study found that using Twitter engaged both students and faculty in the learning process beyond traditional classroom activities
- The numbers of students owning internet-capable phones and using mobile devices to access the web has grown substantially over the past year
This document discusses various ways that teachers have incorporated students' mobile technologies into classroom learning. It provides examples of teachers who have had students:
- Take photos on field trips and upload them to document findings.
- Develop avatars to take oral exams on mobile devices to improve engagement.
- Use text messaging to participate in class activities like submitting vocabulary words or science facts.
- Create mobile podcasts and videos to document events like presidential inaugurations.
The examples illustrate how teachers have shifted from banning mobile devices to allowing their use to enhance participation and engagement in learning activities.
This document summarizes a presentation titled "Bringing it all together: Upgrading to Upgrade at City University" given by Rowena Macrae-Gibson, Head of Information Literacy at City University Library. The presentation discusses adapting information literacy instruction to the changing needs and learning styles of modern digital native students. It encourages incorporating new technologies like YouTube, social media, and multiple devices into teaching to better engage today's Google-eyed generation. References are provided on topics like how the internet impacts focus and brain function, the changing learner experience in a Web 2.0 world, using Web 2.0 in teaching, and the information behaviors of future researchers.
What is more disruptive, banning or embracingspaul6414
This document summarizes a presentation on whether banning or embracing student cell phones is more disruptive. It discusses the increasing ownership of cell phones among students and both the inappropriate and potential instructional uses. It provides examples of schools that have banned cell phones and those that have embraced their use. The presentation considers how cell phones can be used for blended learning, as response units, for research, and in other ways. It also discusses related policies and references.
This document discusses using student cell phones to support classroom instruction. It notes that a large percentage of students have cell phones and outlines some ways teachers have integrated them, including reviewing class material via text messaging, documenting assignments by taking photos or recording audio, and communicating with teachers. However, it also acknowledges challenges like cheating and inappropriate use. It suggests addressing these by setting clear rules, discussing digital safety, and gaining parent permission. The goal is to better engage and prepare students for 21st century skills by leveraging technology they already use daily.
This document discusses current and emerging mobile technologies and their implications for libraries. It notes that over 80% of American adults now own a cell phone, around 35% use their phone to access the internet, and over 50% of college students own smartphones. It outlines different types of mobile devices like smartphones, e-readers, and tablets that are becoming smaller, more powerful and convergent. Emerging technologies discussed include image recognition, QR codes, location awareness and augmented reality. The document suggests ways libraries can utilize mobile technologies like mobile collections, reference, tours and lending e-readers. It encourages libraries to explore opportunities with vendors and keep up with developments in this area.
The document discusses various ways that cell phones can be integrated into classroom learning through projects and activities. It provides examples of how students have used cell phones for podcasting, creating avatars, polls and surveys, photo and video blogging, and more. Concerns about cheating are addressed, suggesting schools implement clear rules and get student input on appropriate mobile use policies.
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Liz Kolb presents strategies for using cell phones constructively in learning. She outlines a process that includes:
1. Surveying students' cell phone use and discussing mobile safety.
2. Developing a social contract with rules for appropriate cell phone use in class.
3. Creating a permission form for parents to approve their child's participation.
4. Providing alternatives for students without cell phones so they can still participate.
The goal is to engage students with technology they are familiar with, while establishing guidelines to address concerns around cheating, distraction, and inappropriate use.
The document discusses how college students communicate and how colleges can better communicate with students. It notes that students spend many hours online using social media and prefer communicating through instant messaging, blogs, and social networking sites over email. It suggests colleges should utilize these same online platforms to effectively engage with students.
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2. Facts Sources April 20, 2010 report by Pew Internet and American Life Project http://pewinternet.org/Reports/2010/Teens-and-Mobile-Phones.aspx June 17, 2010 Wired Campus Report http://chronicle.com/blogs/wiredcampus/student-smartphone-use-doubles-instant-messaging-loses-favor/24876
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