The Mobile Learning (mLearning) bottleneck has opened up. The convergence of adequate power, storage, and bandwidth have allowed mobile learning to come of age—technologically at least. What should you do with the opportunity?
Mobile Learning is defined as “Learning that takes place via such wireless devices as cell phones, personal digital assistants (PDAs), or laptop computers.” by ASTD.org.
Mobile learning is a moving target. This session explores its history and future. We’ll look at case studies in business and academia and how to evaluate successful mobile programs.
At this month’s meeting you will:
· Survey the breadth and boundaries of mobile learning in search of a definition
· Determine the value proposition—when to use mobile platforms for formal and informal learning
· Navigate the range of hardware and software platforms
· Discuss solutions for instructional design methods that address the constraints of small screens
John Gibbs entered the world of learning solutions after careers in public relations and information technology. His education includes master’s degrees in Mass Communication (University of Florida) and Instructional Systems (Florida State University) and certification as a Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer and Microsoft Certified Trainer.
He has served as an implementation consultant at SmartForce, a clinical systems trainer at a healthcare chain, a university instructor, and currently works an instructional designer and program manager at Tata Interactive Systems, a learning solutions firm serving corporate, government and education clients with operations in North America, Europe, Australia, South Africa, Japan, the Middle East and India. It's solutions include single and multi-player simulations, serious games, electronic performance support systems, mobile learning, on-boarding, process, product and application training, software solutions, and animation.
Before the meeting: Please join us on our chapter website eSIG Forum for a discussion on mLearning .
Please join us for networking, complimentary coffee and bagels, and an informative start to your day.
