Title :
Peer-to-peer based social interaction tools in ubiquitous learning environment
Author :
Zhang, Guozhen ; Jin, Qun ; Shih, Timothy K.
Author_Institution :
Dept. of Human Informatics & Cognitive Sci., Waseda Univ., Saitama, Japan
Abstract :
This paper discusses a fundamental notion and model of ubiquitous computing technology support learning (uLearning) system. In order to increase learners´ social skills and support social interaction among learners, the authors design a collection of support tools; these tools serve for three processes: encounter, communication and collaboration. Furthermore, prototyping implementation of the social interaction support tools is introduced.
Keywords :
computer aided instruction; groupware; peer-to-peer computing; social aspects of automation; ubiquitous computing; peer-to-peer computing; social interaction support tool; uLearning system; ubiquitous computing technology; Computer science education; Handheld computers; Microprocessors; Mobile handsets; Peer to peer computing; Personal digital assistants; Pervasive computing; Prototypes; Radiofrequency identification; Ubiquitous computing;
Conference_Titel :
Parallel and Distributed Systems, 2005. Proceedings. 11th International Conference on
Print_ISBN :
0-7695-2281-5
DOI :
10.1109/ICPADS.2005.224