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March 31, 2010

More Students Looking to Learn Using their iPhones: Study


Get Ya Learn On also known as “GYLO,” a LLC developing innovative educational applications, e-textbooks and games, has created a new application called Statistics I – a research-based approach to the development of educational technology.




Based on a rich Mobile Learning Platform, Statistics I include lessons, touch-screen simulations, calculators, decision making tools, quizzes, flashcards, formulas and a glossary.

The introductory Statistics class students were given this new iPhone (News - Alert) application to supplement the instructor’s lectures and also for studying and test preparation.

The Statistics I application has also been converted into an Apple (News - Alert) iPad E-Textbook so that students can experiment with complex concepts with the help of touchscreen simulations. In addition, the said it company is also developing a 'smart' platform that customizes instruction to the individual learner's level of prior knowledge and learning preferences.

Priya Nihalani, director of Research at GYLO said that in spite of smart phones and other touch screen devices being present everywhere including the college campus, educators have made little progress in finding ways to actually use this technology for improving students' learning experiences. Hence their company is taking these important findings to the next level by developing E-textbooks for the iPad.

Charlie Wolf, analyst, Needham & Company also noted that it is not difficult to imagine classrooms where the iPad takes center stage, capturing a significant percentage of the school market in the process.


Calvin Azuri is a contributing editor for TMCnet. To read more of Calvin’s articles, please visit his columnist page.

Edited by Stefania Viscusi





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