Design and implementation of a device-independent platform for mobile learning.

摘要

Mobile learning is an emerging trend in educational and training systems. Current mobile learning systems, however, are impractical due to many challenges. Consider for example the wide variety of mobile devices, that exist today with different capabilities and constraints, which has made device-independent delivery of learning content difficult. In this thesis we present the design and implementation of a device-independent platform for mobile learning. Some of the novel features of the platform include: (1) enabling educators to create the educational materials once and generate content for a variety of devices, including cellular phones, personal digital assistants (PDAs), smart phones, laptop computers, and PCs; (2) allowing educators to share materials with others through a knowledge-based repository; and (3) offering learners on-line as well as off-line access to the materials from any device.