Reflections of a Nomadic Learner

1/12/09 Mark A.M. Kramer, M.A.  

Nomadic Learner Reflections of a

In the age of

Ubiquitous Communication

Ubiquitous Communication In the age of

Mark A.M. Kramer

 Ubiquitous communication 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...

Abstract: 

mobile information & communication technologies are increasingly impacting the lives of individuals and are a major factor in helping re-shape our cultures and societies...

Abstract: 

This talk will present reflections of MAMK, a nomadic learner who is examining how existing and emerging information & communications technologies and services are redefining formal and informal learning scenarios

Pockets Full

My travels are perpetual learning experiences

Nomadic Ethnographer

Participatory Observer

"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

Quote of the Day: 

Research Reflections

What do I do?:

Ubiquitous Computing:

Is a post-desktop model of human-computer interaction in which information processing has been thoroughly integrated into everyday objects and activities

Ubiquitous Computing:

 The mobility of the individual is the key aspect of mobile learning, which enhances the individuals’ capacity to learn and acquire knowledge anytime, anywhere.

Mobile Learning:

Mobility

 The mobility of the individual is the key aspect of mobile learning, which enhances the individuals’ capacity to learn and acquire knowledge anytime, anywhere.

Ubiquitous & Pervasive Learning:

Contextuality

Personal Learning Spaces:

Questions We Must Ask:

Issues We Must Face:

eWaste:

Social Isolation:

Generational Differences:

Impact on Children:

compete for our attention

Social Network:

compete for our attention

Media Choices:

Conclusions:

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Research Fellow / Doctoral  Candidate 

Mark A.M. Kramer 

h@p://mamk.net