From Mobile Access to Multi-device Learning Ecologies

A Case Study

LEARNER EXPERIENCE
ADVISORY / DESIGN / EDUCATION

Paul D Hibbitts

   @hibbittsdesign     

Session Questions + Discussion
http://padlet.com/paulhibbitts/stlhe2015

Session Overview

• Questions + Discussion
  • http://padlet.com/paulhibbitts/stlhe2015
• Redefining Mobile Learning
• Learning Ecology Framework
• Learning + Technology Development Model
• CMPT 363 Canvas LMS Case Study

Mobile Learning Defined

“The ability to learn independently of place and time, facilitated by a range of mobile devices.”
(Ufi/learndirect and Kineo, 2007)

Redefining Mobile Learning in a Multi-device Connected World

• Ubiquitous (i.e. a family of devices)
• Situational (i.e. at the moment of need)
• Connected (i.e. relational and social learning)
• Personal (i.e. the learner is in control)

Let's now look at the Learning Ecology Framework, but first
some background...

Information Ecologies

“We define an information ecology to be a system of people, practices, values, and technologies in a particular local environment. In information ecologies, the spotlight is not on technology, but on human activities that are served by technology.” (Nardi and O'Day, 1999)

Learning Ecologies

“An ecology, for our purposes here, can be viewed as an environment that fosters and supports the formation of communities and networks.” (Siemens, 2008)

And now here is the
Learning Ecology Framework...

Learning Ecology Framework

“An educational philosophy and self-supporting ecosystem in which individuals and groups are offered a collection of curated resources and tools that will support their growth and learning, and foster participation.” – Travin, 2015

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A Few Key Aspects...

• A highly structured presentation

• Can be used as a diagnostic tool or framework

• Stages also relate to levels of learner autonomy and/or size of learner community

• Items within each stage can be seen as possible tatics

Next up is the the Learning + Development Model, but first some background...

And now let's look at
the Learning + Technology Development Model...

Learning + Technology Model

“An iterative development approach which takes into consideration learner needs, experience, and technology – all working together to support continual improvement and a unified development strategy.” – Hibbitts, 2015

A Few Key Aspects...

• Unifies learning, technology, and learner experience
• Works with various development practices
  (e.g. waterfall, agile, etc.)
• Scales up/down (e.g. individual features, complete learning
  objects, and even entire courses - more on this next!)
• Supports a continous improvement culture

Case Study

CMPT 363 (UI Design) Course Companion
Fall 2014, Simon Fraser University

canvas.sfu.ca/courses/17482

Supporting a
Learning Ecology

• Learning

  • Instructor Control

  • Individual Learning

  • Relational Learning

  • Social Learning

• Evaluation

  • Formative

  • Summative

Relational
(aka Partnership)

• One-to-One Coaching/Mentoring (i.e. private and persistent messaging spaces via Kato)

• Performance Support (i.e. task-oriented UX Techniques Guide)

• PS Analytics (not directly supported at this time)

Thank you! Further Discussion/Questions?

• Contact Info  

  • Web: paulhibbitts.com

  • Email: paul@paulhibbitts.com

  • Twitter: @hibbittsdesign

  • LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/paulhibbitts

• Accompanying Resources, via OneDrive: 1drv.ms/1Ionzbs

  • Learning + Technology Development Model image files (CC)

  • Learning Ecology Framework image files (CC)

  • Original case study article (published on LinkedIn)

  • These slides, as a downloadable PDF file

  • Example course companion URLs (Fall 2014 & 2015 prototype)

Bonus Worksheet:
Positive Learner Experience Qualities

(Course Companion)
Learner Experience Goals

• Engaging

• Convenient

• Organized

• Relevant

• Enjoyable

Bonus Feature:
Fall 2015 CMPT 363
Course Companion Prototype

My most recent approach
(your mileage may vary)

• Use an open platform to create an alternative LMS front-end (i.e. a new “front door”)

  • To provide a significantly better student experience

  • To enable faster/easier instructor updates

• A modern flat-file CMS is a good great platform for this approach

• As simple (i.e. deep links to LMS) or as complex
  (i.e.  LTI -  Learning Tools Interoperability) as you want

Course Companion
Design Process/Toolset

• Learning + Technology Development Process

  • Learner needs, experience, and technology

• Learning Ecology Framework

  • Instructor, individual, relational, and social

• Positive Learner Experience (LX) Qualities

  • Thinking beyond instructional outcomes

• User Experience (UX) Design Techniques

  • For example, empathy maps, customer journey maps,
    jobs to be done (JTBD), iterative prototyping, etc.

• ... and let’s not forget on-going student input and feedback!

A Canvas LMS only approach presents challenges for students and instructors

• Less than optimal multi-device experience
• Site responsiveness can be sluggish at times
• Messaging/discussion forums experience is mediocre
• Lacks a streamlined method to integrate and present
  third-party functionality
• Pages are single (and often large) “blobs” of content, and do not support use of modular/reusable content
• No real support for page/site layout modifications

http://hibbittsdesign.com/courses/canvas-prototype/​