Mobile Technologies

2012 ◽  
pp. 120-134
Author(s):  
Diane M. Fulkerson
Keyword(s):  
Mobile Technology ◽  
Mobile Technologies ◽  
Personal Digital Assistants ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Internet Connectivity ◽  
Library Users ◽  
Library Resources ◽  
Smartphone Technology ◽  
The One ◽  
Gain Access

Millions of people have a smartphone, and with smartphone technology comes the ability for Internet connectivity and with that the ability to access library resources. EBSCO, Elsevier, ProQuest, Gale/Cengage, and other database vendors have capitalized on the increased use of smartphones by developing the capability for library users to access EBSCO databases from their smartphones. Mobile technology extends beyond smartphones and includes technology gadgets such as e-book readers, the iPad, netbooks, and laptops. As technology that is more mobile becomes available, the ability and need to connect remotely will increase. Mobile technology has grown beyond cell phones and personal digital assistants to other types of devices most recently Apple’s iPad. Gone are the days when the only computer available was the one on your desk. With better technology came laptops, and now netbooks and e-book readers. To access the Internet, campuses have wireless technology in most classrooms and libraries. The proliferation of mobile technology and the ability to gain access to the Internet from almost any place means libraries and database vendors need to make sure their websites and resources are compatible with mobile devices.

Secure Collaborative Learning Practices and Mobile Technology

2009 ◽  
pp. 1967-1974
Author(s):  
Hannakaisa Isomäki ◽  
Kirsi Päykkönen ◽  
Hanna Räisänen
Keyword(s):  
Wireless Networks ◽  
Collaborative Learning ◽  
Information And Communication Technologies ◽  
Mobile Technology ◽  
Virtual Community ◽  
Personal Digital Assistant ◽  
Mobile Technologies ◽  
Educational Settings ◽  
Computer Supported Collaborative Learning ◽  
The One

During the past few years, mobile technologies have become common in everyday life. Almost everyone carry some kind of mobile technological equipment with him or her, for example a personal digital assistant (PDA), a mobile phone, a multimedia player, such as an iPod, or a laptop computer. The use of these equipments is not limited only to workplaces, schools or homes. Particularly useful information and communication technologies (ICTs) are in educational settings. Especially wireless networks and laptop computers may promote many useful practices of collaborative learning (Cutshall, Changchit, & Elwood, 2006; Jones, Holmfeld, & Lindström, 2006). On the one hand, the use of mobile ICTs may also diminish the fluency of studying. With technology both restricting and enabling different ways of action, even small changes in technology may lead to substantial changes in the way it is used in educational settings (Waycott & Kukulska- Hulme, 2003). The use of mobile devices and wireless networks in studying may even reduce communality, social contacts, and collaboration between students instead of increasing and supporting them (Kreijns & Kirschner, 2004). These kinds of deficiencies can restrain users from making good use of otherwise advantageous technology-supported interaction environments. On the other hand, if mobile technology is utilized successfully, it can engender students’ feelings of belonging to a safe virtual community, which helps to construct shared knowledge when members of the community collaborate and apply information and experiences received from others. In order to successfully implement mobile ICTs for computer supported collaborative learning (CSCL) it is important to obtain information how students take into use mobile technologies in their studying and learning. In particular, different features of knowledge sharing and social usability in the virtual learning environment along with issues of data security within the wireless network become crucial with respect to CSCL that is supported by mobile technology. This chapter explores the role of mobility and social usability features in a CSCL environment on a wireless campus. In our analysis we found features that either support or diminish the fluency of CSCL.

Application of Mobile Technologies in Library Service Delivery

2020 ◽  
pp. 371-381
Author(s):  
Oluwatoyin Oyeyemi Obinyan
Keyword(s):  
Service Delivery ◽  
Mobile Devices ◽  
Mobile Technology ◽  
Smart Phones ◽  
Mobile Technologies ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Library Services ◽  
Service Users ◽  
Advantages And Disadvantages ◽  
Internet Users

With the rapid advancement in technology in the last two decades, mainly because of the advent of the internet, the world no longer works the same. The advent of wireless networks and more recently mobile devices such as smart phones, tablets, etc. following the internet, contributed a lot their applicability in library's operations. As contained in extant literature, mobile devices have become a very important part of communication not only for telephone service users but also for the internet users. The two main reasons behind success of mobile technology is the benefits such as mobility and ubiquity served by mobile devices. To this end, the chapter explores the application of mobile technology on service delivery in libraries, the advantages and disadvantages. Also highlighted were the skills required by the librarians in incorporating mobile technologies to library services.

Application of Mobile Technologies in Library Service Delivery

2021 ◽  
pp. 739-750
Author(s):  
Oluwatoyin Oyeyemi Obinyan
Keyword(s):  
Service Delivery ◽  
Mobile Devices ◽  
Mobile Technology ◽  
Smart Phones ◽  
Mobile Technologies ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Library Services ◽  
Service Users ◽  
Advantages And Disadvantages ◽  
Internet Users

With the rapid advancement in technology in the last two decades, mainly because of the advent of the internet, the world no longer works the same. The advent of wireless networks and more recently mobile devices such as smart phones, tablets, etc. following the internet, contributed a lot their applicability in library's operations. As contained in extant literature, mobile devices have become a very important part of communication not only for telephone service users but also for the internet users. The two main reasons behind success of mobile technology is the benefits such as mobility and ubiquity served by mobile devices. To this end, the chapter explores the application of mobile technology on service delivery in libraries, the advantages and disadvantages. Also highlighted were the skills required by the librarians in incorporating mobile technologies to library services.

scholarly journals University Students’ Perceptions of MALL in EFL Classes

2019 ◽  
Vol 7 (1) ◽  
pp. 75 ◽  
Author(s):  
Thooptong Kwangsawad
Keyword(s):  
University Students ◽  
Language Learning ◽  
Mobile Phones ◽  
Mobile Technology ◽  
Mobile Technologies ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Daily Lives ◽  
Mobile Assisted Language Learning ◽  
People’S Daily ◽  
People's Daily

<p><em>Mobile technologies are rapidly attracting new users, providing increasing capacity, and allowing more sophisticated use</em><em> such as accessing the Internet for searching information, emailing and reading e-books. As the mobile technology has been more powerful and inclusive in people’s daily lives, the issue of mobile assisted language learning (MALL) has also been widely studied. Many researchers of MALL consider the emerging mobile technologies to have potential for the effective language learning. </em><em>The majority of MALL activities appear to make use of mobile phones, and nowadays, smartphones replace feature phones. </em><em>This study focuses on the investigation of</em><em> students’ perceptions of the benefits and challenges associated with the use of smartphones for learning.</em></p>

Word-Finding Support From Mobile Technology Benefits a Woman With Aphasia

2015 ◽  
Vol 24 (1) ◽  
pp. 26-39 ◽  
Author(s):  
Yvonne Gillette
Keyword(s):  
Mobile Technology ◽  
Clinical Education ◽  
Augmentative And Alternative Communication ◽  
Feature Matching ◽  
Mobile Technologies ◽  
Alternative Communication ◽  
Alternative Intervention ◽  
Communication Assessment ◽  
Word Finding ◽  
Intervention Costs

Mobile technology provides a solution for individuals who require augmentative and alternative intervention. Principles of augmentative and alternative communication assessment and intervention, such as feature matching and the participation model, developed with dedicated speech-generating devices can be applied to these generic mobile technologies with success. This article presents a clinical review of an adult with aphasia who reached her goals for greater communicative participation through mobile technology. Details presented include device selection, sequence of intervention, and funding issues related to device purchase and intervention costs. Issues related to graduate student clinical education are addressed. The purpose of the article is to encourage clinicians to consider mobile technology when intervening with an individual diagnosed with mild receptive and moderate expressive aphasia featuring word-finding difficulties.

Technology in the Classroom: Teachers’ Technology Choices in Relation to Content Creation and Distribution

10.28945/4201 ◽  
2019 ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Mobile Technology ◽  
Private School ◽  
Technology Use ◽  
Case Study Research ◽  
Educational Experience ◽  
Mobile Technologies ◽  
Future Research ◽  
Content Creation ◽  
Use Of Technology ◽  
Prime Concern

[This Proceedings paper was revised and published in the 2019 issue of the journal Issues in Informing Science and Information Technology, Volume 16] Aim/Purpose: Teachers are being asked to integrate mobile technologies into their content creation and distribution tasks. This research aims to provide an understanding of teachers taking on this process and whether the use of technology has influenced their content creation and distribution in the classroom. Background: Many claim that the use of technology for content creation and distribution can only enhance and improve the educational experience. However, for teachers it is not simply the integration of technology that is of prime concern. As teachers are ultimately responsible for the success of technology integration, it is essential to understand teachers’ viewpoints and lived technology experiences. Methodology: The Task-Technology Fit (TTF) model was used to guide interpretive case study research. Six teachers were purposively sampled and interviewed from a private school where a digital strategy is already in place. Data was then analysed using directed content analysis in relation to TTF. Contribution: This paper provides an understanding of teachers’ mobile technology choices in relation to content creation and distribution tasks. Findings: Findings indicate that teachers fit technology into their tasks if they perceive the technology has a high level of benefit to the teaching task. In addition, the age of learners and the subject being taught are major influencers. Recommendations for Practitioners: Provides a more nuanced and in-depth understanding of teachers’ technology choices, which is necessary for the technology augmented educational experience of the future. Recommendations for Researchers: Provides an unbiased and theoretically guided view of mobile technology use with content creation and distribution tasks. Impact on Society: Teachers do not appear to use technology as a de facto standard, but specifically select technology which will save them time, reduce costs, and improve the educational experiences of their learners. Future Research: A mixed-method approach, including several diverse schools as well as learners would enrich the findings. Furthermore, consideration of hardware limitations and lack of software features are needed.

Internet usage patterns and gender differences: a decision tree approach

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Dijana Kovacevic ◽  
Ljiljana Kascelan
Keyword(s):  
Decision Tree ◽  
Internet Usage ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Modified Model ◽  
Explanatory Variables ◽  
Internet Users ◽  
Usage Patterns ◽  
And Gender ◽  
The One ◽  
Web Developers

<p> </p> <p>the present study deals with a more detailed, and updated, modified model that allows for the identification of internet usage patterns by gender. The model was modified due to the development of the internet and new access models, on the one hand, and to the fact that previous studies mainly focuses on various individual (non-interactive) influences of certain factors, on the other.</p> <i></i><u></u><sub></sub><sup></sup> <p>The Decision Tree (DT) method, which is used in our study, does not require a pre-defined underlying relationship. In addition, the method allows a great many explanatory variables to be processed and the most important variables are easy to identify. </p><p>Obtained results can serve as to web developers and designers, since by indicating the differences between male and female internet users in terms of their behaviour on the internet it can help in deciding when, where and how to address and appeal to which section of the user base. It is especially important to know their online preferences in order to enable the adequate and targeted placement of information, actions or products and services for the intended target groups.</p><p> <b></b><i></i><u></u><sub></sub><sup></sup><br></p>

The Use of Mobile Technology in Management and Risk Control in the Supply Chain

2014 ◽  
Vol 22 (1) ◽  
pp. 14-33 ◽  
Author(s):  
Amarolinda Zanela Klein ◽  
Eliane Gomes da Costa ◽  
Luciana Marques Vieira ◽  
Rafael Teixeira
Keyword(s):  
Supply Chain ◽  
Risk Reduction ◽  
Mobile Technology ◽  
Technology Use ◽  
Single Case ◽  
Risk Control ◽  
Mobile Technologies ◽  
Food Markets ◽  
Safety Risks ◽  
Study Results

The use of mobile technologies is important for Supply Chain Management (SCM) because these technologies allow for a ubiquitous flow of information, higher agility and risk reduction in supply chains. In food markets, these issues are particularly relevant due to food safety risks. The main goal of this paper is to analyze the use of mobile technology for management and risk control in the Brazilian beef supply chain, since Brazil is one of the main producers and beef exporters in the world. The research method was a single case study. Results show the actual level of mobile technology use; drivers and barriers to mobile technology adoption and how mobile technology is applied to beef traceability and risk reduction along the chain. The authors propose a framework that links the issues of mobile technology use for SCM and risk control, considering the context of a developing country such as Brazil.

Subaltern mediators in the digital landscape

Target ◽  
2017 ◽  
Vol 29 (2) ◽  
pp. 319-338 ◽  
Author(s):  
Teresa Iribarren
Keyword(s):  
Cultural Capital ◽  
Web 2.0 ◽  
The Other ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Lingua Franca ◽  
Content Type ◽  
For Profit ◽  
Long Run ◽  
The One ◽  
Digital Landscape

This article explores translational literary Web 2.0 practices and user-generated cultural creations on the Internet, focusing on video poetry that re-creates canonical poets’ bodies of work. It will be argued that the use of for-profit platforms like YouTube and Vimeo by indie creators and translators of video poetry favours the emergence of new translational attitudes, practices and objects that have positive but also contentious effects. One the one hand, these online mediators explore new poetic expressions and tend to make the most of the potential for dissemination of poetic heritage, providing visibility to non-hegemonic literatures. On the other hand, however, these translational digitally-born practices and creations by voluntary and subaltern mediators might reinforce the hegemonic position of large American Internet corporations at the risk of commodifying cultural capital, consolidating English as a lingua franca and perhaps, in the long run, even fostering a potentially monocultural and internationally homogeneous aesthetics.

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