ERIC Number: EJ890769
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2010
Pages: 5
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Ubiquitous Mobile Technologies and the Transformation of Schooling
Bjerede, Marie; Atkins, Kristin; Dede, Chris
Educational Technology, v50 n2 p3-7 Mar-Apr 2010
This article explores how the Internet and mobile broadband technologies that are transforming the work of business professionals may be applied to the work of teachers and students in K-20 schooling, with similarly transformative outcomes. First, they discuss the ways in which ubiquitous mobile technologies are changing 21st century business. Then, they describe potential uses of these devices in and out of school and provide examples of current leading edge applications. The authors conclude by delineating Qualcomm's role in advocating and aiding this evolutionary progression.
Descriptors: Online Systems, Technology Uses in Education, Influence of Technology, Internet, Student Empowerment, Teacher Empowerment, Technological Advancement, Science and Society, Handheld Devices, Educational Innovation, Trend Analysis
Educational Technology Publications. 700 Palisade Avenue, Englewood Cliffs, NJ 07632-0564. Tel: 800-952-2665; Web site: http://www.bookstoread.com/etp
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Descriptive
Education Level: Higher Education
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Language: English
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