2. Impulse: "There is a need to re-conceptualize learning for the mobile age , to recognize the essential role of mobility and communication in the process of learning." -- Mike Sharples: University of Nottingham
3. Doctoral Progress: Pervasive Learning: Forecasting the Future of Individual and Collaborative Learning within an Age of Ubiquitous Communication Mark A.M. Kramer
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5. Abstract: Mobile information and communication technologies are increasingly impacting the lives of individuals and are a major factor in helping re-shape our cultures and societies...
6. Abstract: ...Ubiquitous computing and mixed-reality computing scenarios are becoming commonplace and have a huge influence in the way in which individuals relate with others and their surroundings...
7. Abstract: This research will explore the impact of existing and emerging information & communications technologies and services on formal and informal learning scenarios to help shape and determine the future of learning
20. Mobile Learning is a evolutionary process shaped by the societal need to adapt to the current phase of societal development Developing a Working Thesis:
21. The mobility of the individual increases the capabilities of individuals to adapt to their environment and social circumstances. Developing a Working Thesis:
22. The future of mobile learning is not dependent on access to technology and related infrastructure, but rather developing the awareness, skills and capabilities within individuals to decide if mobile-learning brings them personal benefit. Working Thesis:
23. Lesser developed regions are more likely to adopt mobile learning scenarios in order to achieve (or maintain) a more equal social standing with other more developed regions. Working Thesis:
24. Technology enhanced mobile learning is a result of current societal developments (Globalization)and will become the dominant method of knowledge acquisition within non-formal and informal learning scenarios Developing a Working Thesis:
