Wearable Technology

The possibilities for wearable tech in the classroom have exploded in recent years. Now new technologies aim to blast educational and learning possibilities in to the 21st century.

Modern technology is disrupting the way we live and work. New gadgets, new technologies are enabling experiences that even a decade ago were incomprehensible. Today, however, this technology is in the hands of the everyday man and is a part of his everyday life. The smartphone, for example, has become an extension of our brains. It does almost everything for us. Most of us would definitely feel lost without our phones, even if it was for a couple of hours. Take FitBit as another example. Could you even imagine counting 10,000 steps in a day a decade ago… or monitoring your heartbeat, or getting a reminder from your wearable device to take a medication? Today, this is common. Wearables and gadgets have become living organisms in the human ecosystem that are helping us become better and do more. Here are 4 ways in which you can use wearable tech in corporate training for more effective learning experiences.

This article is about wearables in the classroom and the usage of data from wearables and such devices as new technologies in education.

If you are new to designing for mobile and wearable performance support applications, adopting a holistic perspective can help guide your activities. A holistic perspective will focus on the user experience and help you see what a user will try to accomplish with your tool. Considering and using holistic guidelines can help you answer the fundamental “Can I” versus “Should I” design dilemmas.

In today’s world, every industry is quick to find ways to embrace new technology, and the learning community is no exception. But will wearables like the Apple Watch become valuable tools for learning? Lead Instructional Designer Shauna Vaughan thinks the jury's still out.

School’s out. With the abundance of online learning providers, Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs), online universities, and so on, it’s clear that learning is no longer confined to the classroom. Despite our incessant demands for convenience, however, learning still takes time. For this, we have our old friend the learning curve to thank.

Wearable gadgets used to be reserved for international men of mystery and futuristic starship crews. Thanks to the advancements in modern technology, anyone can get information on the go with smartwatches and smart glasses. In this article, I'll offer insight into how wearable Technology could transform the world of corporate training.

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