Towards the Definition of a Framework for the Management of Interactive Collaborative Learning Applications for Preschoolers

Abstract

The adoption of technologies in education has been changing the traditional teaching system considerably. New educational paradigms make use of technological tools to enhance the knowledge given in a classroom. In the literature review there aren't reports of Frameworks that are based on models and methods for developing Interactive Collaborative Learning Applications for Preschoolers (ICLAP). This paper proposes a meta-model for a Framework supporting the development of ICLAP taking into account the technology, the educational aspect and collaborative techniques that were observed during the attendance to sessions in schools. The ICLAP meta-model includes useful concepts for the use of Augmented Reality since we found that it emerges as a technology of interest in diverse areas and especially in education. Our contribution could be used for teachers, designers and developers as a conceptual guide. In addition, a study case is presented to illustrate the main concepts included in the meta-model.