Mc² = E Learning Reflections

Downloadable Copy of Transcription Downloadable Copy of Presentation Slides Abstract The potential of mobile technology to enhance learning and teaching practice has been recognised in various academic studies (Xiao (2020); MacCallum et al. (2017); Mohammadi et al. (2020)) and the learning opportunities afforded through the use of mobile devices are complimented by a number of learning theories including connectivism (Siemens, 2004 as cited by Manchester University, ND) and social constructivism (Vygotsky, 1978 as cited by McLeod, 2019) .   In contrast however, policies on learner behaviour management coupled with issues relating to the individual and collective identities of educators have led to resistance in the adoption of mobile technology within learning and teaching practice.   Indeed removal of mobile devices is still used as a punitive action against learners where the devices themselves are deemed a classroom distraction by educators.   Yet, studies address...

Well, this is the start of a new and interesting journey for me.  Who knows where this will go.  It's exciting and slightly terrifying at the same time.  But all journeys start with one small step.  So here we go! Step 1 :  I suppose I should start by explaining my context, why I'm writing this blog and what I hope you, my readers, will get from sharing in my journey.  (With that in mind, please do make use of the comments facility below - an important part of this learning journey will involve listening to your thoughts and experiences in order to broaden and challenge my own thinking.  All I would ask is that comments are made in a mutually respectful way).   I'm writing this blog from the point of view of an educator.   I studied my undergraduate degree with the Open University (UK) and went on to work as  a literacy practitioner in the FE sector.  I've worked in the field of adult learning for s...