Full Description
An ever-widening gap exists between how students and schools use communication technology. Using Network and Mobile Technology to Bridge Formal and Informal Learning introduces new methods (inspired by 'pedagogy 2.0') of harnessing the potential of communication technologies for teaching and learning. This book considers how attitudes towards network and mobile technology (NMT) gained outside the school can be shunted into new educational paradigms combining formal and informal learning processes. It begins with an overview of these paradigms, and their sustainability. It then considers the pedagogical dimension of formal/informal integration through NMT, moving on to teachers' professional development. Next, the organizational development of schools in the context of formal and informal learning is detailed. Finally, the book covers the role of technologies supporting formal/informal integration into subject-oriented education.
Contents
List of figures and tables
List of abbreviations
Preface
About the contributors
Chapter 1: Tapping the motivational potential of mobile handhelds: defining the research agenda
Abstract:
Introduction
Educational technology and motivation: past, present and future
Proposed research strands for motivation and mobile handheld technology
Methodological considerations for research in mobile learning and motivation
Conclusion
Chapter 2: Using social network sites and mobile technology to scaffold equity of access to cultural resources
Abstract:
Introduction
Resources for learning: self-representation and writing in a school context
Key concepts
Using NMT for bridging social capital
Conclusions
Chapter 3: A mobile Web 2.0 framework: reconceptualising teaching and learning
Abstract:
Introduction
Background
Mobile Web 2.0 design framework: some examples of use
Mobile Web 2.0 framework: key aspects
Discussion
Conclusion
Chapter 4: Facing up to it: blending formal and informal learning opportunities in higher education contexts
Abstract:
Introduction
The blurring of formal and informal learning
A new model for the knowledge economy
Methodology
Discussion
Conclusion
Chapter 5: Networked lives for learning: digital media and young people across formal and informal contexts
Abstract:
Introduction
Networked lives
Learning lives
Methodology and research context
Three portraits
Learning identity
Interpretation of the portraits
Conclusion
Chapter 6: Network and mobile technologies in education: a call for e-teachers
Abstract:
Introduction
The key issues
From teacher to e-teacher
E-teacher education and professional development
Some conclusive reflections on e-teacher status
Chapter 7: Networked informal learning and continuing teacher education
Abstract:
Introduction
The Aladin project: general approach and activities
The Aladin project: results and attestations
Conclusion
Note
Chapter 8: A conclusive thought: the opportunity to change education is, literally, at hand
Abstract:
Introduction
Technology = opportunity
The Age of Mobilism = opportunity for K-12 to finally change
Scaffolding the 'demanded thinking'
Barriers to change
Stay tuned!
Index