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Blending student technology experiences in formal and informal learning

October 1, 2013 | Media and Technology, Informal/Formal Connections

In this article, we discuss the importance of recognizing students' technology-enhanced informal learning experiences and develop pedagogies to connect students' formal and informal learning experiences, in order to meet the demands of the knowledge society. The Mobile- Blended Collaborative Learning model is proposed as a framework to bridge the gap between formal and informal learning and blend them together to form a portable, flexible, collaborative and creative learning environment. Using this model, three categories of mobile application tools, namely tools for collaboration, tools for coordination and tools for communication, have been identified as pertinent in blending formal and informal learning, and they can be connected seamlessly to provide an effective learning mechanism to support the learning process.

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  • K. W. Lai
    Author
    University of Otago
  • F. Khaddage
    Author
    Deakin University
  • Gerald Knezek
    Author
    University of North Texas
  • Citation

    ISSN : 0266-4909
    DOI : 10.1111/jcal.12030
    Publication Name: Journal of Computer Assisted Learning
    Volume: 29
    Number: 5
    Page Number: 414
    Resource Type: Research Products
    Discipline: Education and learning science | Technology
    Audience: Elementary School Children (6-10) | Middle School Children (11-13) | Youth/Teen (up to 17) | Educators/Teachers | Museum/ISE Professionals
    Environment Type: Media and Technology | Websites, Mobile Apps, and Online Media | Informal/Formal Connections | K-12 Programs

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