List of speakers for the ITx 2016 conference
This page contains the speaker list for ITx 2016, ordered by name. Check out the Programme as well.
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The evolution of pervasive sensor technologies has given rise to an increased availability of consumer wearables that track and monitor a variety of human activity. The use of these devices is closely linked to self-quantification; the practice of using the captured data and knowledge gained for self-improvement. In this study a research model based in human behaviour theories informs a qualitative approach to answer the research question, “How does the use of self-tracking devices influence individuals health and behaviours and goals over time?”. The findings show participants chose the FITBIT® to meet pre-determined step counts, monitor activity and heath indicators, and to lose weight. As time progressed most users reported some change or adaptation to the way they used their devices. Participants used the knowledge gained to set new goals, reevaluate existing goals and over time reported an increased focus on participating in challenges and being part of a community to help stay motivated.
Over the past two years, the use of mobile devices to implement and support field trips for both face-to-face and remote students has been explored at the [institute]. As part of a wider study in using web technologies to enable geographically extended learning (gxLearning), the use of mobile to extend learning beyond the classroom has offered all students an authentic learning experience in the context of their studies. This paper reports on an activity where mobile devices utilizing 3G/4G data services were used by students attending to visually record their experience and to include remote students in a field based activity. The research uses two cycles of an experiential learning model combined with a case study methodology to answer the research question, “What are the challenges of using a mobile technology supported gxLearning environment in the field?”. The findings from this research show that while mobile devices do offer remote students a means of participation and engagement, the experience is dependent of careful planning and the variables of network connectivity and device quality. While the use of mobile data networks exacerbated overall performance students did find that being able to communicate with their peers gave them a sense of unity over a shared real time experience.