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Policy Review on Mobile Learning in Europe

Policy Review on Mobile Learning in Europe. Jan Hylén. Introduction. ”Europe” = European Union, 27 member states Desk research Questionnaire – 2 responses out of 30 (France, The Netherlands) Limited background data, very limited information on governments views. General picture.

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Policy Review on Mobile Learning in Europe

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  1. Policy Review on Mobile Learningin Europe Jan Hylén

  2. Introduction • ”Europe” = European Union, 27 member states • Desk research • Questionnaire – 2 responses out of 30 (France, The Netherlands) • Limited background data, very limited information on governments views

  3. General picture • Practice of using mobile phones not widespread • Limited if any interest on governmental level • Two (three) exceptions • UK – the most advanced country with substantial investments, now policy shift + economic downturn = less vibrant development • Denmark – most promising country: new strategy, guidelines for teachers, dev. of learning resources • Netherlands – national support but no national policy

  4. Twoimportant trends • Growing interest in using ”tablet computers” (iPads etc.) in schools • Still small scale, driven by enthusiasts • Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) – invite students to bring and use own devices in school • School provides the WiFi • Parallel discussion on digital divide • Bottom-up innovation

  5. Research and development • Active research community – lots of R&D projects • Most of them with EU funding – EC instrumental in establishing successful projects • A shift in focus from technology driven process… • development of hardware and software • …to a learner-centred approach • Mobile + fixed techn. support anytime/anywhere learning

  6. Barriers and Drivers • Mostimportantbarriers: • Lowawarenessamongpoliticians and the public • Social attitudes – mobile phonesdisturbing element • E-safety – risk of cyber-bullying • Mostimportant drivers: • Technologicaldevelopment – cheaper, faster, moreuser-friendly • Growingskills and maturityamong students, teachers and parents

  7. Importantinsight • Mobile technology one part of ICT in learning • Should be included in general strategies for ICT in education • Together with guidelines, teacher support and content it will soon make progress in Europe

  8. Thank you for your attention

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