Contents

Preface

Acknowledgments

Chapter 1 Changing Education with Mobile Learning

A Brief History of Educational Technology: What Will Revolutionize the System?

Mobile Learning: Reaching Kids Today

What Is Mobile Learning?

Benefits and Challenges of Mobile Learning

How to Make Mobile Learning Work

Conclusion

Notes

Section 1 The Mobile Classroom

Chapter 2 The Science of Learning

Introduction

Information Processing and Learning

Other Critical Facets of Learning

Implications for Mobile Learning

Conclusion

Notes

Chapter 3 What Is It about These Devices?

Connected

Aware

Multimodal

Familiar

Personal

Comprehensive

Consolidated

Portable

Relevant

Secure

Conclusion

Notes

Chapter 4 Creating the Mobile Classroom

Theoretical Foundations

Instructional Methods

Problem-Based, Inquiry-Based, and Experiential Learning

Alternative Learning Environments

Conclusion

Notes

Chapter 5 Higher-Order Thinking Skills and Digital Fluency

Higher-Order Thinking Skills

Leveraging Mobile Learning

Critical Thinking

Classrooms for Higher-Order Thinking

Conclusion

Notes

Chapter 6 Instructional Management and Levels of Technology Access

Mobile Learning Programs

Levels of Access in the Mobile Classroom

1:Teacher

1:Many

1:1

Bring Your Own Device (BYOD)

Conclusion

Notes

Section 2 Creating the Mobile Learning Experience

Chapter 7 Mobile Technology's Defining Features

Hardware

Software

Accessories

Conclusion

Notes

Chapter 8 The Educational App Development Process

Research Stage: Is It a Good Idea?

Building the Right Team: ...

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