The Use of Wireless Network in Education

Abstract

Wireless networks will play an important role in education. New educational models and wireless architectures have been proposed to enhance collaborative training. Wireless networks can provide a dynamic educational environment. However, the lack of fixed infrastructure in wireless networks generates new research problems. This paper examines the ways wireless technology work and the required prerequisites to integrate it into the educational area. It also describes educational opportunities and challenges of teaching in a real time wireless classroom environment. Additionally, this paper refers to the constraints and barriers, which prevent wireless networks from being accepted. It provides educational models and techniques in order to easier the transition from traditional computerized training systems to wireless training systems. Lastly, the paper compares models and architectures in educational wireless networks, taking into consideration the shortages of the educational systems, and predicts future trends and perspectives of integrated educational environments.