How do I use this template for educational technology research?

Open the .xmind file in Xmind, then explore each branch to identify key debates and projects. Customize nodes by adding your own findings or linking to relevant publications.

Is this mobile learning cheat sheet free and editable?

Yes, the template is free to download and fully editable in Xmind. You can add, remove, or reorganize nodes to fit your research or teaching needs.

What is the 'Open/Closed debate' in the template?

This branch discusses the tension between open web platforms and closed apps, including 'platform agnosticism' and whether open will prevail. It's a key consideration for mobile learning strategy.

Can I customize the 'International' section for my country?

Absolutely. The template lists countries like Australia, Italy, and Japan. You can add new countries or projects by editing the 'Countries/areas to look at' node.

Mobile & Wireless Technologies review - themes

Doug Belshaw

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Literature review

About

The Mobile & Wireless Technologies review - themes mind map template synthesizes insights from a comprehensive survey of mobile learning across education, featuring 282 nodes organized into five major branches: Future, Current practice, Past 3 years, Other, and International. This template serves educators, researchers, and policymakers who need a structured overview of key debates, such as the 'Open/Closed debate' and the role of 'Augmented Reality' in learning. It captures specific initiatives like 'MoLeNet' and 'JISC', and highlights the fragmented landscape of current practice. The map is a valuable cheat sheet for understanding how mobile technologies have evolved and where they are heading, with concrete references to 'Location awareness' in HTML5 and the 'London Mobile Learning Group'.

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When to use this template

Educational technologists and senior managers

Planning a mobile learning strategy for a university or college

PhD students and academic researchers

Reviewing literature for a research paper on mobile learning trends

Teacher trainers and professional development coordinators

Preparing a workshop on the future of mobile devices in education

How to use this template

Step 1

Open and Explore the Core Themes

Download the .xmind file and open it to browse the five main branches covering the past, present, and future of mobile learning.

Step 2

Analyze Detailed Nodes and Research Data

Expand the subtopics and click on specific nodes to review detailed notes on initiatives like MoLeNet or technologies like Augmented Reality.

Step 3

Customize and Share Your Research Findings

Personalize the map by adding your own nodes and then export your final work as a PDF or image for your presentation.

Frequently asked questions

The template includes 282 nodes across five themes: Future, Current practice, Past 3 years, Other, and International. It covers topics like augmented reality, social learning, mobile operators, VLEs, and international projects.

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