2010 Fiscal Year Final Research Report
Study of English Education Using Mobile Computing
| Project/Area Number |
20520518
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| Research Category |
Grant-in-Aid for Scientific Research (C)
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| Allocation Type | Single-year Grants |
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| Section | 一般 |
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| Research Field |
Foreign language education
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| Research Institution | Aoyama Gakuin University |
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Principal Investigator |
OBARI Hiroyuki Aoyama Gakuin University, 経済学部, 教授 (00224303)
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| Co-Investigator(Renkei-kenkyūsha) |
KIMURA Midori 東京女子医科大学, 看護学部, 教授 (40349775)
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| Project Period (FY) |
2008 – 2010
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| Keywords | Blended Learning / Mobile Computing / SNS / Smart Phone / 3G携帯 / iPod / iPad |
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| Research Abstract |
ELPCO (Research Center for e-Learning Professional Competency) has developed its own LMS (learning management system) in collaboration with Japan Unisys. The LMS enables e-learning and m-learning through the use of mobile phones, iPod or other portable devices, while the integration of using a variety of emerging technologies fosters autonomous learning for motivating students and producing successful outcomes. A cell phone can function as a small computer for network-based English learning, and provide drills, tests, tutorials, and social learning on the web. Our study indicated that a more ideal teaching and learning environment could be achieved by blending new technologies. Learners can now study anytime, anywhere, and on any topic, due to the advancement of mobile computing.
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