Title :
PDAs as Input Devices in Brainstorming and Creative Discussions
Author :
Bollen, Lars ; Juarez, Guillermo ; Westermann, Micha ; Hoppe, H. Ulrich
Author_Institution :
Univ. Duisburg-Essen, Duisburg
Abstract :
In this paper we present the use of PDAs as input devices in brainstorming sessions and creative discussions using the Mobile Notes architecture and application. Mobile Notes enables heterogeneous, mobile input devices together with collaborative modelling environments to be used in different discussion scenarios, e.g. classroom discussions, seminars or lectures. Based on the conceptual perspective of assigning specific functionalities to different devices in technology enhanced learning environments, we describe the design, implementation and first experiences with Mobile Notes
Keywords :
educational computing; groupware; mobile computing; notebook computers; Mobile Notes architecture; PDA; classroom discussions; collaborative modelling environments; input devices; learning environments; Collaboration; Collaborative tools; Context; Cultural differences; Displays; Fingers; Personal communication networks; Personal digital assistants; Seminars; Space technology;
Conference_Titel :
Wireless, Mobile and Ubiquitous Technology in Education, 2006. WMUTE '06. Fourth IEEE International Workshop on
Conference_Location :
Athens
Print_ISBN :
0-7695-2723-X
DOI :
10.1109/WMTE.2006.261362
