This event provided a pragmatic overview for those interested in mobile learning – what it is and how to do it. It also provided a of the issues involved. Organised with the Centre for Excellence in Teaching and Learning through Design (CETLD).
Presentation slides added below
A practical overview of key topics included:
- an introduction to mobile technology
- how handheld technologies can support learning
- how it can work in a museum setting
- case studies
- how to stop the technology taking over
Following the highly successful ELG event on Mobile Learning on 6 March 2008 at the Museum in Docklands, this day features all new updates and case studies
Programme
Introduction to the day
Overview of mobile learning in the cultural sector – Kevin Walker, London Knowledge Laboratory, Institute of Education. View Kevin’s slides
Case study 1 – Rebecca Reynolds, V&A / CETLD. View Rebecca’s slides
Case study 2 – Amy Ryall, Radiowaves project, IWM: using mobiles to blog and comment on museums
Case study 3 – James Boardwell, Rattle: Teenagers’ use of digital devices
Case study 4 – Charlie Keith, Theano Moussouri, NMM: using OOKL for Understanding Slavery Study Days. ViewTheano’s slides here
Databursts – quick summaries of activity in other museums, libraries or archives:
Nick Sherrard, Antenna Audio
Katherine Webber, D Day Museum OOKL projects
Claire Welsby/ James Morley, Kew Gardens
Lee Hutchinson, Northampton Museums. View Lee’s slides here
Questions and panel discussion – sustainability, compatibility, accessibility etc
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