Mobile TechnologyDr Julie Hulme and Dr Matthew Coxon

1. To outline key features of modern mobile phones;

2. To relate these to enhancing practices in psychology learning and teaching.

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Aims of the next 20 minutes

Internet access/web browsing

High quality photography

Audio recording

SMS messaging

Mobile applications (Apps)

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Key features of modern mobiles

• QR code readers• Maps• Instagram/Twitter

Live

feedback/questions

(lectures)

‘Here and now’

learning (seminars)

Data

collection/analysis (RM

workshops)

Interactive campus’

(tutorials/support)

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Some opportunities…

Differing systems and

competencies;

Spreading technology

vs. widening divisions;

Innovation vs. evidence

based practice;

Purpose vs. novelty.

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And some considerations…

• Modern mobile technology has multiple features of relevance to the educational experience;

• There are opportunities to integrate this technology in different learning activities and existing practices;

• But careful consideration is necessary to ensure equitability and full engagement.

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Summary