scholarly journals Uses and integration of augmented reality in the educational cooperatives of Andalusia (Spain)

2020 ◽  
Vol 10 (1) ◽  
pp. 4
Author(s):  
Jesús López Belmonte ◽  
Santiago Pozo Sánchez ◽  
Arturo Fuentes Cabrera ◽  
José María Romero Rodríguez
Keyword(s):  
Augmented Reality ◽  
Mobile Devices ◽  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Ad Hoc ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Mobile Technologies ◽  
Quantitative Methodology ◽  
Data Collection Instrument ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
The Impact

The use of mobile devices in classrooms is becoming more and more common. The introduction of these resources to produce learning is part of the mobile learning methodology. Among the possibilities of these devices provide we can find, as an emerging technology, augmented reality, which combines elements of the real world with virtual images. The purpose of this paper is to know the impact of the augmented reality in the educational cooperatives of Andalusia. In this regard, educational cooperatives are centers characterized in their origin by promoting the development of methodologies based on Information and Communication Technologies (ICT). The data collection instrument used in this questionnaire is a quantitative methodology of a descriptive nature. The questionnaire was prepared ad hoc according to the existing literature and the answers coded on a Likert scale. The results show that only a minority of teachers implement the augmented reality in their classes. In addition, there are statistically significant differences in terms of professional experience, so that younger teachers tend to implement methodologies based on the use of emerging mobile technologies such as augmented reality. Finally, it is emphasized that despite the constant technological advance of mobile devices in society, their application in the classroom occurs slowly.

scholarly journals Maximizing the Impact of Community Information Centres on Education, Health and Development in the Age of Computers and Mobile Technologies

2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Chris Prince Udochukwu Njoku
Keyword(s):  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Information Service ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Mobile Technologies ◽  
Library Community ◽  
Community Information ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
Health And Development ◽  
The Impact ◽  
Community Library

Community information service (CIS)-related publications agree that people in communities, especially rural, need information and should be helped to have it for solving daily life’s problems and developing themselves and community. From the publications, it is evident that advent of computers and mobile technologies or information and communication technologies (ICTs) had caused an uncleared confusion in naming and operating a CIS. Aimed at highlighting this problem and giving a recipe for a CIS to impact maximally on education, health and overall development, this work is a critical analysis of the literature. It found most CISs reported on inadequate and ineffective. While a majority of sponsors believe that CIS is solely about ICTs, a few think it is about either a library or a combination of a library and ICTs. Ten names were found for a CIS, including community information centre (CIC), telecentre, community information and communication technology centre, community library, community multimedia centre, cybercafé and information kiosk. Stock and services provided depended on the name. One thing common is the expectation that people should go for information when they need it. There is little thought about the reality that many people may not know they need information and about how to serve people who are incapacitated in other ways to go or ask for information. Thinking critically about all these alongside the goal of CIS achievable only with ICT and non-ICT resources and strategies that match every community member’s differences, preferences, deficiencies and constraints, the researcher concludes that any other name than CIC is needless. This understanding brings about maximum impact, which can be supported with data from further researches.

Mobile technology and development

2020 ◽  
pp. 496-512
Author(s):  
Bitange Ndemo ◽  
Dennis Aiko
Keyword(s):  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Mobile Technology ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Mobile Technologies ◽  
Policy Framework ◽  
Efficient Manner ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
Progressive Policy ◽  
The Impact

Mobile technologies are creating unprecedented changes in Kenya. The ways in which people conduct business have been disrupted, and citizens can access information and services in a more efficient manner. Kenya is also among the leading countries to leverage mobile technology for greater financial inclusivity. This chapter reviews the policy framework that has underpinned Kenya’s digital transformation, as well as the impact and disruptions caused by innovations in information and communication technologies (ICT) that have been introduced as a result. The chapter considers the potentially transformative role of emerging mobile and digital technologies by assessing the favorable economic, organizational, political, social, and cultural environments necessary for their development. It concludes that the development of a progressive policy in a fast-changing technological landscape has catapulted Kenya to the ranks of innovative nations, but that such technology is not a panacea for broader development and governance concerns.

Mobile Technology in a Developing Context

2009 ◽  
pp. 56-72
Author(s):  
Pammla Petrucka ◽  
Sandra Bassendowski ◽  
Thomas F. James ◽  
Hazel Roberts ◽  
June Anonson
Keyword(s):  
Global Health ◽  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Mobile Technology ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Mobile Technologies ◽  
Promising Practices ◽  
Roles And Responsibilities ◽  
Health Related ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
The Impact

This chapter presents the imperatives of mobile technologies in healthcare as these impact (or potentially) impact on development. It presents the contextual overview in development of the diffusion, penetration, and uptake of health-related mobile technologies. A consideration of the roles and responsibilities of the diaspora in the embracing of information and communication technologies is emphasized. The emphasis is on the impact of technologies, generally, and mobile technologies, specifically, in the global health context. The authors provide key exemplars of mobile technologies in development to increase understanding and demonstrate promising practices in this emergent field.

The virtual world, mobile technology and return to the real world

2017 ◽  
Vol 4 (5) ◽  
pp. 01-07
Author(s):  
Rostislav Fojtik
Keyword(s):  
Mobile Devices ◽  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Virtual World ◽  
New Technologies ◽  
Human Life ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Mobile Technologies ◽  
Detection Methods ◽  
Information And Communication

Information and communication technologies have established themselves in all areas of human life. We use these technologies for work but also for entertainment. Computers facilitates numerous activities. New technologies also bring new problems. Therefore, educational institutions must respond to this situation. Children use computer devices very often, also to the detriment of their movement. Children also use a lot of mobile devices. There is a tendency to use mobile devices in the classroom and find new teaching methods. According to international research has current way of life negatively affects health, especially children. Children too much time sitting at the computer, stare into its smartphones, watching television for a long time. They move little and they carry little activity outside. The paper describes case study among children. We used questionnaire method and long-term observation. The first questionnaire was completed by 138 students aged 11 to 19 years. Obtained data are processed by statistical methods. For analysis of the results in each item was measured as having detected data variability. We used a coefficient of variation. To interpret the results of the second stage classification was done chi-square test. We've also used a case study. We are within one year we observed 15 boys aged 10 to 17 years. We have focused on observing their physical condition, any manually abilities, use of leisure time. This paper aims to show the possibilities of using information and communication technologies in promoting the healthy development of children. The paper shows practical examples of informatics education. The paper describes examples for education of informatics with physical activity. The findings were obtained in a survey that the detection methods used knowledge case study, questionnaire, observation, interview and pedagogical experiment. Keywords: Mobile technologies; a pedagogical experiment; a questionnaire; an observation; the virtual world

scholarly journals Flipped learning y competencia digital: Una conexión docente necesaria para su desarrollo en la educación actual

2020 ◽  
Vol 23 (2) ◽  
Author(s):  
Santiago Pozo Sánchez ◽  
Jesús López Belmonte ◽  
Antonio José Moreno Guerrero ◽  
Francisco Javier Hinojo-Lucena
Keyword(s):  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Ad Hoc ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Flipped Learning ◽  
Quantitative Methodology ◽  
Digital Competence ◽  
Correlational Design ◽  
Educational Professionals ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
Competencia Digital

Las tecnologías de la información y comunicación (TIC) son usadas cada vez más para el desarrollo de prácticas educativas innovadoras en las distintas etapas educativas. El objetivo de la presente investigación es conocer si el profesorado tiene adquiridas las competencias digitales necesarias para desarrollar acciones pedagógicas mediante el enfoque de enseñanza flipped learning. El método de investigación se ha efectuado mediante un diseño no experimental de corte descriptivo y correlacional, fundamentado en una metodología cuantitativa. El instrumento utilizado es un cuestionario ad hoc. La muestra está conformada por 627 docentes. Los resultados muestran que el profesorado no utiliza habitualmente el flipped learning en los procesos formativos, principalmente por la falta de confianza hacia dicha metodología y por presentar un bajo nivel competencial en destrezas tecnopedagógicas digitales. Se concluye que los profesionales de la educación analizados no presentan una adecuada competencia digital para poder aplicar flipped learning debido al deficiente nivel de competencia digital revelado, hecho que conlleva una escasa utilización de dicho método. Information and communication technologies (ICT) are increasingly used for the development of innovative educational practices at different educational stages. The objective of this research is to know if teachers have acquired the digital skills necessary to develop pedagogical actions through the flipped learning teaching approach. The research method has been carried out through a non-experimental descriptive and correlational design, based on a quantitative methodology. The instrument used is an ad hoc questionnaire. The sample is made up of 627 teachers. The results show that teachers do not routinely use flipped learning in training processes, mainly due to the lack of confidence towards said methodology and because they have a low level of competence in digital techno-pedagogical skills. It is concluded that the educational professionals analyzed do not have adequate digital competence to be able to apply flipped learning due to the deficient level of digital competence revealed, a fact that implies a low use of said method.

Use of Augmented Reality in Mobile Devices for Educational Purposes

2018 ◽  
pp. 254-276 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bülent Gürsel Emiroğlu ◽  
Adile Aşkım Kurt
Keyword(s):  
Augmented Reality ◽  
Learning Styles ◽  
Mobile Devices ◽  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Technology In Education ◽  
Mobile Platforms ◽  
Use Of Technology ◽  
Information And Communication

Use of technology in education has been widespread in the last decade, thanks to developments and improvements in information and communication technologies, especially in mobile devices. Among the fields in which mobile devices play important roles, education is one of the leading ones. Mobile devices help teachers and learners access educational resources when needed. To increase the reality of virtual learning environments on mobile devices, Augmented Reality (AR) technologies were introduced for mobile platforms, and the term Mobile Augmented Reality (MAR) arose. MAR opens a new door for educators and trainers to experience new methods of teaching for mobile learners. In this chapter, educational use of AR on mobile devices will be explained. Throughout the content of the chapter, readers will be informed about how AR applications changed people's teaching and learning styles.

scholarly journals Innovative Behavior of the Poznań Agglomeration Inhabitants in the Transport Services Market

2019 ◽  
Vol 33 (3) ◽  
pp. 71-98
Author(s):  
Bogdan Sojkin ◽  
Szymon Michalak
Keyword(s):  
Mobile Devices ◽  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Business Models ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Mobile Internet ◽  
Mobile Technologies ◽  
Transport Services ◽  
Product Innovations ◽  
Modern Development ◽  
Information And Communication

Summary The development of information and communication technologies, including in particular the modern development of mobile technologies, has an undeniable impact on people’s lives and, consequently, on consumers’ market behaviour. The growing popularity and capabilities of mobile devices, as well as the increasing availability of mobile Internet access, mean that in many markets companies are redefining their business models, in which the activities conducted via the Internet play an increasingly important role. This is particularly visible on the market of individual and public transport services, where thanks to mobile devices, as well as in consistency with trends in consumer market behaviours and the development of cities in accordance with the smart city concept, for several years now we can observe the emergence of innovative alternatives to traditional forms of transport. The pace of appearance of product innovations on the market depends, of course, to a large extent on the level of acceptance of innovation by consumers. The aim of the article is to determine the degree of innovativeness of the inhabitants of the Poznań agglomeration in the use of transport solutions available in Poznań. The research part presents the results of own research conducted in 2019 on a sample of 795 respondents. They showed that the inhabitants of the Poznań agglomeration are not afraid to use product innovations on the market of transport services and use them to a greater extent than in the case of the general population.

Use of Augmented Reality in Mobile Devices for Educational Purposes

2017 ◽  
pp. 95-117 ◽  
Author(s):  
Bülent Gürsel Emiroğlu ◽  
Adile Aşkım Kurt
Keyword(s):  
Augmented Reality ◽  
Learning Styles ◽  
Mobile Devices ◽  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Technology In Education ◽  
Mobile Platforms ◽  
Use Of Technology ◽  
Information And Communication

Use of technology in education has been widespread in the last decade, thanks to developments and improvements in information and communication technologies, especially in mobile devices. Among the fields in which mobile devices play important roles, education is one of the leading ones. Mobile devices help teachers and learners access educational resources when needed. To increase the reality of virtual learning environments on mobile devices, Augmented Reality (AR) technologies were introduced for mobile platforms, and the term Mobile Augmented Reality (MAR) arose. MAR opens a new door for educators and trainers to experience new methods of teaching for mobile learners. In this chapter, educational use of AR on mobile devices will be explained. Throughout the content of the chapter, readers will be informed about how AR applications changed people's teaching and learning styles.

Making REDD+ Transparent: Opportunities for Mobile Technology

2019 ◽  
Vol 19 (4) ◽  
pp. 85-117
Author(s):  
Adam Bumpus ◽  
Thu-Ba Huynh ◽  
Sophie Pascoe
Keyword(s):  
Mobile Devices ◽  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Forest Degradation ◽  
Mobile Technologies ◽  
Information Flows ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
Transfer Of Information ◽  
Reporting And Verification

Transparency in climate finance mechanisms, such as Reducing Emissions from Deforestation and Forest Degradation (REDD+), relies on the transfer of information within a complex global web of state and nonstate actors. Such information is required under internationally agreed REDD+ safeguards, including measurement, reporting and verification (MRV) processes and free, prior, and informed consent (FPIC), and works to establish substantive and normative transparency. However, the sources of, access to, and outcomes from these information flows are still contentious. To address these problems, REDD+ project proponents are increasingly looking to information and communication technologies, such as mobile devices, to improve information gathering, processing, and access. In this article we develop a model and provide tentative examples of how normative and substantive transparency are connected through input and output legitimacy within broader governance contexts. We highlight that even though mobile devices are being used to bring forest communities into the REDD+ process, substantive transparency for emissions reductions through MRV tends to be prioritized over normative dimensions associated with FPIC. We conclude by highlighting the need to further understand the role of decentralized information flows in multilevel carbon governance and opportunities for how mobile technologies may be used to address transparency challenges in the governance of REDD+.

scholarly journals The Disparity Information and Communication Technology for Developing Countries has in the Delivery of Healthcare Information

2010 ◽  
Vol 4 (1) ◽  
pp. 195-201 ◽  
Author(s):  
Prajesh N Chhanabhai ◽  
Alec Holt
Keyword(s):  
Developing Country ◽  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Health Sector ◽  
Communication Technologies ◽  
Mobile Technologies ◽  
Healthcare Information ◽  
Use Of Technology ◽  
Information And Communication ◽  
The Impact

Information and Communication Technologies (ICT) have merged into the world of healthcare slowly but surely. However, the marriage between the use of technology and its full impact in the health sector has not been fully realised. The focus of this paper is to highlight the impact of ICT on revolutionising access to healthcare information and thus quality of health for populations of the developing world. This paper highlights on the importance of being able to access health information and how traditional media methods have been utilised to allow this within a developing country setting, highlighting the clear digital divide. The paper then addresses the impact of convergent communication technologies and mobile technologies in providing a means of addressing existing healthcare problems within a developing country setting.

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