The Mobile Learning Kit
Students using MiLK in Brisbane, Adelaide and New York... making mobile learning games for each other
MiLK student interfaces for plotting and writing their own mobile learning games
MiLK the Mobile Learning Kit is a game authoring tool designed specifically for an education context. Milk has multiple components that both support the collaborative composition of learning events and facilitate individual and group reflection. To compose rich learning experiences teachers and students simply log-on to the Milk program situated online and follow four simple steps to ‘build’ and publish a SMS game event. “MiLK connects students to learning by harnessing their own contemporary culture and interests. It connects students and teachers through simple and effective technology and pushes the boundaries of teaching and learning beyond the classroom into everyday environments.” Year 10 Teacher, Cairns We have also designed mobile versions of MiLK features, including for the iphone.
Awards
Finalist (top 3), Handheld Learning and Innovation Awards, London 2008 Awarded for excellence in the use of emerging technologies for improved learning and teaching. Finalist (top 10),
ATOM MiLK was judged one of the top 10 Best Educational Multimodal Productions at the 2008 Enhance TV Australian Teachers of Media (ATOM) Awards.
MiLK Application (need password)
contact: Deb Polson deb@newishmedia.com