20 tips for mobile learning in moodle – moodlemoot 2014

20 tips for mobile learning in Moodle

Mark AberdourHead of Platforms

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Use a mobile theme

1

Create a header menu

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2

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Create a support page

3

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Setup resources for mobile users

4

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Create an e-book library

5

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Use QR codes in courses

6

Link directly to Moodle activities or resources from:

Information treasure hunts

Printed materials

Lab equipment/ hardware

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Add a multi-device SCORM

7

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Add quick job aids

8

Smartphones are

used on average for

17 minutes at a

time, tablets for 30

minutes.

The New Multi-Screen World, Google, 2013 www.thinkwithgoogle.com

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Setup a podcast

9

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Provide audio instruction

10

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Provide audio feedback

11

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Create a brief for offline viewing

12

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Setup a mobile reflective log

13

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Setup short revision quizzes

14

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Create assessments for mobile staff

15

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Checking grades

16

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Add a Twitter backchannel feed

17

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Using Moodle chat backchannel

18

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Use a web conference tool

19

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Allow for mobile user session times

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