ISO/IEC TS 29140-2

Description / Abstract: This part of ISO/IEC TS 29140 provides a learner information model specific to mobile learning that can be used as a reference by software developers, implementers, instructional designers, trainers, automated systems, and learning management systems to ensure that learning, education, and training (LET) environments reflect the specific needs of mobile participants. Since these needs impact on other standardization efforts and other work items in LET, a concise view is necessary.

This part of ISO/IEC TS 29140 provides

—a definition of mobile learning that is appropriate for all sectors in LET,

—the description of the learner information model for mobile learning,

—specific learner information that supports learners engaged in mobile learning activities in LET environments.

In addition, this part of ISO/IEC TS 29140 provides some initial guidance regarding the issue of privacy. This includes ensuring that this part of ISO/IEC TS 29140 does not contravene any privacy requirements.

Exclusions

The scope of this part of ISO/IEC TS 29140 does not include the following:

—in-depth technical review of issues related to adaptability to culture, language, and individual needs;

—broad or in-depth technical interoperability issues of mobile computing domains;

—security;

—authentication.

Areas not currently addressed

This part of ISO/IEC TS 29140 currently does not include

—in-depth details regarding privacy,

—accessibility, and

—detailed information regarding complementary work within other organizations that might be relevant (ITU-T, W3C, etc.).