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The definition and characteristics of ubiquitous learning: A discussion
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IJEDICT Volume 6, Number 1, ISSN 1814-0556 Publisher: Open Campus, The University of the West Indies, West Indies

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This paper describes a new learning paradigm, known as ubiquitous learning or u-learning, which is supported by the ubiquitous computing technologies. Instead of that, the paper also aims at providing particular information related to u-learning for researchers who are interested in venturing this new area of ubiquitous computing. The u-learning definition and characteristics are compared and discussed in proposing a conclusive definition of u-learning together with its characterization. Finally, some of the u-learning applications are explained to further enhance the understanding of u-learning concept.

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Yahya, S., Ahmad, E. & Abd Jalil, K. (2010). The definition and characteristics of ubiquitous learning: A discussion. International Journal of Education and Development using ICT, 6(1),. Open Campus, The University of the West Indies, West Indies. Retrieved July 6, 2022 from .

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