Implementing mobile learning across cultures globally: Opportunities and Challenges

Mohamed Ally, Ph.D.Chair and Professor, Centre for Distance Education

Program Director, Ed.D. ProgramResearcher

Technology Enhanced Knowledge Research Institute (TEKRI)Athabasca University

Canada

Mlearn 2011 Panel

Characteristics of Mobile LearningLearning materials can be delivered globally

Challenges

TeachersLack of trainingResistance to changeDiscourage students from using mobile

devices

ParentsNot comfortable with students using mobile

devices, especially the younger students

LanguageMost of the information on the web is in

English

Lack of learning materials

No global standards for developing mobile learning materials

Opportunities

Bridging the distance

Open Education Resources

Cater for different learning styles

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