Pedagogical and technological augmentation of mobile learning for young children interactive learning environments
- 9 October 2015
- journal article
- research article
- Published by Taylor & Francis Ltd in Interactive Learning Environments
- Vol. 25 (1), 4-16
- https://doi.org/10.1080/10494820.2015.1087411
Abstract
The ubiquity and educational potential of mobile applications are well acknowledged. This paper proposes six theory-based, pedagogical strategies to guide interaction design of mobile apps for young children. Also, to augment the capabilities of mobile devices, we used a humanoid robot integrated with a smartphone and developed an English-learning app that applied the design strategies to this environment. Our observations of children's one-on-one use support the promise of the strategies and the combined use of robots and mobile devices to be a viable option to help optimize mobile learning.Keywords
Funding Information
- SK Telecom
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