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Authentic and Situated Learning with the Use of an Adaptive Search Engine and a QR-Code in Mobile Mode

Authentic and Situated Learning with the Use of an Adaptive Search Engine and a QR-Code in Mobile Mode

Orlando De Pietro
Copyright: © 2013 |Volume: 4 |Issue: 3 |Pages: 12
ISSN: 1947-3494|EISSN: 1947-3508|EISBN13: 9781466633902|DOI: 10.4018/ijdldc.2013070103
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De Pietro, Orlando. "Authentic and Situated Learning with the Use of an Adaptive Search Engine and a QR-Code in Mobile Mode." IJDLDC vol.4, no.3 2013: pp.19-30. http://doi.org/10.4018/ijdldc.2013070103

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De Pietro, O. (2013). Authentic and Situated Learning with the Use of an Adaptive Search Engine and a QR-Code in Mobile Mode. International Journal of Digital Literacy and Digital Competence (IJDLDC), 4(3), 19-30. http://doi.org/10.4018/ijdldc.2013070103

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De Pietro, Orlando. "Authentic and Situated Learning with the Use of an Adaptive Search Engine and a QR-Code in Mobile Mode," International Journal of Digital Literacy and Digital Competence (IJDLDC) 4, no.3: 19-30. http://doi.org/10.4018/ijdldc.2013070103

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Abstract

The paper presents a technique of interrogation, in mobile technology, of a knowledge base contained in an e-Learning platform. The query is done through the integrated use of an adaptive search engine (ASE) and QR codes. The QR-Code are used to label objects in real environments of cultural matter (eg: museums, art galleries, archaeological sites, etc.). These objects can then be analyzed in more detail during a real learning activity (situated learning and authentic learning). The knowledge base of the virtual learning environment (VLE), is interrogated through a mobile device (smartphone or tablet) which, through an appropriate decoder software, interprets the instructions contained in a QR label previously positioned on the object actually observed by the learner (eg, during a visit to a museum). ASE combines to the data contained in the QR-Code those relating to the user who performs the query (previously recognized via the log-in on the e-Learning platform), therefore, extracts information about the observed object, adapting to the profile of the user-learner. With the help of these tools the learner can expand his real learning experience, while interacting with a virtual learning environment. In this way, situated and authentic learning activities can be upgraded and virtualized, maturing a significative educational experience with the use of intuitive and user friendly digital tools.

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