Official Course Description: MCCCD Approval: 10-27-09
ELN116  2010 Spring – 2010 Fall	LEC   3.0 Credit(s)   3.0 Period(s)   3.0 Load   Occ
Mobile Devices as Learning Tools
Usage of electronic mobile devices in learning. Covers concept of mobile learning, types of mobile devices, and procedures for incorporating devices into the classroom. Accessibility, usability, student experience, and best practices also included. Prerequisites: None.

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MCCCD Official Course Competencies:
ELN116  2010 Spring – 2010 Fall	Mobile Devices as Learning Tools

 

1.         Explain mobile learning. (I)

2.         Analyze the practicality of mobile learning in the classroom. (I)

3.         Describe the role of electronic mobile devices in the classroom. (I, II)

4.         Assess types of electronic mobile devices used in learning. (II)

5.         Summarize procedures for incorporating mobile electronic devices into the learning process. (III)

6.         Evaluate the effectiveness of using mobile technologies in the classroom. (III)

7.         Describe the usability of various electronic mobile learning devices. (II, IV)

8.         Explain how a student’s experience with using mobile technologies affects the teaching and learning process. (IV)

9.         Describe accessibility issues related the usage of mobile learning devices. (V)

10.       Identify common accessibility issues students may encounter when using an electronic mobile learning device. (V)

11.       Assess the advantages and disadvantages of using electronic mobile devices in learning. (I-V)

12.       Evaluate best practices of learning using electronic mobile devices. (I-V)

 

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MCCCD Official Course Outline:
ELN116  2010 Spring – 2010 Fall		Mobile Devices as Learning Tools

 

I.          Mobile Learning

            A.        Mobile Devices

            B.        Practicality

            C.        Latest Technologies

II.        Mobile Technologies and Systems

            A.        Mobile Phones

            B.        Personal Digital Assistants (PDAs)

            C.        Netbooks

            D.        eBook Readers

III.       Mobile Teaching and Learning

            A.        Conceptions

            B.        Personal Learning

            C.        Technology, Teaching, and Learning

            D.        Mobile Training

            E.         Evaluation

IV.       Mobile Usability and User Experience

            A.        Usability of Mobile Devices

            B.        Differences in Mobile Usability

            C.        Affect on Teaching and Learning

            D.        Technical Support

V.        Accessibility

            A.        To/Of Mobile Devices

            B.        Adapting and/or Modifying Devices

            C.        Accessibility Issues

            D.        Usage as Assistive Technology