The new smart devices for learning

Steve Wheeler, of the University of Plymouth, will present at Learning Technologies 2010 (now in association with Learning and Skills)in January looking at the effects of new smart devices on organisational learning and development.

Smart phones are now proving themselves for learning, but what happens next with smart devices? Join Steve Wheeler as he explores how existing technologies such as GPS, cameras, light-weight projection and bar code scanning can be combined with new software to extraordinary effect. In the next few years, individual's interactions with the world, and how they learn in it, may be transformed.

Session highlights. 'The new smart devices for learning', Steve Wheeler, Senior Lecturer in Education and ICT, University of Plymouth:

- Augmented reality: the short-cut to information
- The power of smart devices combined with semantic search
- Wearable learning devices - pipe dream or practical reality?
- Devices already altering how people learn: from Kindle to the TouchTable
- The challenge for L&D: adopt and understand now, or play catch up late

Donald H Taylor, Learning Technologies 2010 Conference Chair, said: "The momentum of new learning technology shows no signs of letting up. In Steve Wheeler's session we will examine smart devices, one of the most potent new technologies likely to impact organisational learning in 2010. The way augmented reality is entering our lives with smart portable devices is something every learning professional will need to know about."

There are more than forty insightful sessions for learning professionals at Learning Technologies 2010. The complete Learning Technologies Conference programme is online along with full conference and speakers details, booking information and the available discounts.

About Steve Wheeler
Steve Wheeler has spent his entire professional career working in learning media and technology, predominantly in nurse education and teacher training. He is currently a senior lecturer in education and information technology in the Faculty of Education at the University of Plymouth. He is technology mediated learning co-ordinator for the faculty and also convenes the University's e-learning research network.

About Learning Technologies 2010
27 and 28 January 2010, Olympia 2, London

The Learning Technologies Exhibition and Conference is Europe's leading showcase of the technology used to support learning at work.

With 130 exhibitors, 50 free seminars, more than 3,000 visitors and over 400 conference delegates, Learning Technologies is the must-attend event for all learning and development professionals.

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About Learning and Skills 2010
Learning and Skills 2010 is being co-located with the established Learning Technologies Conference and Exhibition on 27 and 28 January 2010.

The Learning and Skills Exhibition will showcase the entire spectrum of methods products and services available for workplace learning and employee development with a focus on people development, learning and performance, learning resources and HR systems and services.

Built around a multi-streamed programme of more than 50 free seminars, Learning and Skills will be the must attend event for the HR and L&D community.

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