Usability and generativity: why Android is better suited than Apple's IOS for mobile learning development in a developing world context.

摘要

This short paper originates from the author's involvement in creating and implementing failed and successful mobile learning applications in a developing world context since 2006; specific reference is made to the notions of usability and generativity. In doing so he compares Java, IOS and Android as development platforms for mobile learning and concludes that Android should be preferred to IOS as platform for mobile learning development — especially in a developing world context where cost is important.