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Case Studies - LA projects using mobile computers

Mobile computing has been the focus of research and pilot projects in several LAs, notably led by the Wolverhampton LA Learning2go project, of which Espresso has been a key partner since inception.

Wolverhampton LA – the Learning2go project

This project – begun in late 2004 – is now into its second phase, with over 1000 devices deployed in Year 5 and Year 6 classrooms across many Wolverhampton primary schools.

Espresso’s main contribution to Phase 1 of the Learning2Go project was to adapt some of our conventional Espresso for Schools Primary service to run on the mobile device selected by Wolverhampton – the Fujitsu Pocket Loox 720.

For Phase 2, Espresso has created original content to be used in the project. Dave Whyley, the Headteacher ICT Consultant for the LA has created this presentation which offers advice to LAs considering running their own mobile learning projects.

There is also a short video about the project (WMV format, 7Mb).

The early success in terms of engagement and attainment (as measured by actual KS2 SATs levels achieved versus projected levels) has been remarkable. The results – widely disseminated in educational events and conferences – have sparked a keen interest by other LAs in running their own projects. The Learning 2Go has won the Becta ICT in Practice Collaboration Award.

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