Pedagogical and technological augmentation of mobile learning for young children interactive learning environments |
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Authors: | Yanghee Kim Diantha Smith |
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Affiliation: | 1. Department of Instructional Technology &2. Learning Sciences, Utah State University, Logan, UT, USA;3. Department of English and Philosophy, Idaho State University, Pocatello, ID, USA |
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Abstract: | The ubiquity and educational potential of mobile applications are well acknowledged. This paper proposes six theory-based, pedagogical strategies to guide interaction design of mobile apps for young children. Also, to augment the capabilities of mobile devices, we used a humanoid robot integrated with a smartphone and developed an English-learning app that applied the design strategies to this environment. Our observations of children's one-on-one use support the promise of the strategies and the combined use of robots and mobile devices to be a viable option to help optimize mobile learning. |
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Keywords: | Mobile learning media devices technology-assisted language learning interaction design children's use of mobile technologies humanoid robots |
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