Architectures for Distributed and Complex M-Learning Systems: Applying Intelligent Technologies

The 17 chapters in this collection present architectures and platforms for the development and adoption of the next generation of mobile learning systems in terms of non-functional requirements, such as scalability, flexibility, availability, security, interoperability, and the integration of different heterogeneous and legacy learning systems. Ubiquity and pervasiveness are especially relevant in this context in order to provide not only anywhere anytime learning but also unconscious learning. The volume provides novel solutions to meet these demanding requirements as key aspects to support the current and next mobile communities of learning practice and pedagogical models. Three of the editors are associated with the Open University of Catalonia in Spain. Annotation c2010 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)