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Remote Presence: Technologies for 'Beaming' Teachers Where They Cannot Go

Lookup NU author(s): Professor Sugata Mitra

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Abstract

Abstract--There are schools where good teachers do not want to go. The reasons for this are discussed in the context of both developing and developed economies. It is proposed that learning in such areas, particularly for children, needs the support of appropriate technology. The concept of “presence” of a mediator is discussed in the context of distance education. Some results from experiences in teaching at a distance over Skype are discussed along with some of the key technology related issues for such remote teaching. A design is presented for an experimental ROV (remotely operated vehicle) device for distance education and its possible implications discussed. The term “Instructional Robotics” is suggested.

Publication metadata

Author(s): Mitra S

Publication type: Article

Publication status: Published

Journal: Journal of Emerging Technologies in Web Intelligence

Year: 2009

Volume: 1

Issue: 1

Pages: 55-59

Date deposited: 21/10/2009

ISSN (print): 1798-0461

Publisher: Academy Publisher

URL: http://www.academypublisher.com/jetwi/vol1/no1/jetwi01015559.pdf

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