Mobile Scenarios: Supporting Collaborative Learning among Nomads

This master thesis explores the development and use of mobile multimedia scenarios for collaborative learning among mobile professionals.

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Quick Facts
Report location: source
Language: English
Publisher:

Viktoria Institute

Authors: Patrik Gustavsson
Geographic focus: Global

Methods

The research method involved designing and developing the Mobile Scenarios Demonstrator (MSD), conducting demonstrations with different audiences, and evaluating the feedback to refine the application and understand its effectiveness in facilitating mobile learning.

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Key Insights

The research investigates the design and use of mobile multimedia scenarios to facilitate collaborative learning for mobile professionals, or “nomads.” The study is grounded in the MobiLearn project at the Viktoria Institute and builds on previous work with multimedia scenarios in stationary settings. The Mobile Scenarios Demonstrator (MSD) was developed to address the challenges faced by mobile workers in participating in traditional competence development activities. The MSD allows for asynchronous and collaborative learning, leveraging technologies like wireless LAN and 3G networks to simulate future mobile learning environments. Demonstrations of the MSD provided insights into its potential for structured discussions and competence development in mobile contexts. The thesis concludes with suggestions for future research, including ethnographic studies on the impact of anonymity and friendship on learning, and the willingness of professionals to share knowledge in mobile learning scenarios.

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