A QR-Based Materials Building System to Support Outdoor Teaching Activities

Abstract

The integration of u-learning (ubiquitous learning) in the classroom has been recognized as a novel teaching method, through which students can interact with real-world problems via an enhanced learning environment. However, many teachers do not have sufficient programming knowledge and often lack necessary coding skills to create their own context-aware u-learning environments. Thus, QR-ULMPS was designed specifically to support teachers in developing u-learning materials using its three sub-systems: the QR-based multimedia material editing tool, the multimedia material sharing server, and the context-aware u-learning system. Through QR-ULMPS, teachers can produce unique teaching content and share u-learning materials with their counterparts. The goal of this study is not only to support teachers in building an engaging context-aware u-learning environment, but also to generate interest and promote acceptance of combining u-learning materials into an existing coursework.