Share Paper: Introduction to Developing Mobile Learning Apps/Games using Gamesalad (BYOL-Bring Your Own Mac Laptop with Gamesalad installed)

  1. Chris Thompson, CEISMC - Georgia Tech, United States

Abstract: Until recently development of mobile learning apps has been limited to the technical elite because of the complexity of development and publishing process. Coupled with the recent lifting of restrictions by mobile device manufacturers and the proliferation of user-friendly authoring tools this is no longer the case. Not only is interactive mobile learning app creation now possible by most teachers and students; it is also emerging as a highly engaging classroom learning strategy for anyone seeking to master STEM content. This workshop will offer a hands-on opportunity for teachers with no prior programming experience to learn how to develop a ...