This class aims surveying the research on Ubiquitous Computing System in terms of ”invisible computing” and comprehending
how each system is put into practice with information and communication technologies.
This course covers technologies related to the new computing environment envisioned by Mark Weiser, known as the ‘Father of
Ubiquitous Computing.’ Rather than focusing on the general notion of computers being constantly connected to networks, the
course emphasizes the concept Mark Weiser valued most—‘invisible computing.’ Students will aim to develop a systematic understanding,
from an information science perspective, of how this concept is being realized through modern technologies.
The course adopts a problem-based active learning format, in which students analyze and discuss papers—primarily from IEEE Pervasive Computing—in groups, generate new proposals, and present their outcomes. Two instructors will continuously support each group, guiding them in methods for generating ideas based on academic papers.
The course adopts a problem-based active learning format, in which students analyze and discuss papers—primarily from IEEE Pervasive Computing—in groups, generate new proposals, and present their outcomes. Two instructors will continuously support each group, guiding them in methods for generating ideas based on academic papers.
- Enrolled students will be able to explain the concept and technologies of Ubiquitous Computing System.
- Enrolled students will be able to explain how to develop Ubiquitous Computing Systems.
- Enrolled students will be able to explain the relation between Ubiquitous Computing and Mobile Computing.
| Presentation | Discussion | Total. | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | 20% | 20% | 40% |
| 2. | 15% | 15% | 30% |
| 3. | 15% | 15% | 30% |
| Total. | 50% | 50% | - |
| Class schedule | HW assignments (Including preparation and review of the class.) | Amount of Time Required | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1． | Introduction Concepts of Ubiquitous Computing System |
Investigate what Ubiquitous Computing is and what Ubiquitous Computing System is based on IEEE Pervasive Computing Magazine. | 190minutes |
| 2． | Discussion using the following article. Mark Weiser, ”The Computer of the 21st Century,” Scientific American, Vol.265, No.3, pp. 66-75, September, 1991. |
Read the paper deeply and summarize it in terms of its objectives, novelties, effectiveness and feasibility. | 190minutes |
| 3． | Presentations and Q＆A discussions using the following article. Mark Weiser, ”The Computer of the 21st Century,” Scientific American, Vol.265, No.3, pp. 66-75, September, 1991. |
Read the paper deeply and summarize it in terms of its objectives, novelties, effectiveness and feasibility. | 190minutes |
| 4． | Discussion using the following articles. “The Role of Micromobility in Environmental Monitoring: Reflections and Opportunities on the Use of Pervasive Sensing,” IEEE Pervasive Computing, Volume: 23, Issue: 2, April-June 2024, pp. 18–26. “Preference in Voice Commands and Gesture Controls With Hands-Free Augmented Reality With Novel Users,” IEEE Pervasive Computing, Volume: 23, Issue: 1, Jan.-March 2024, pp. 18–26. |
Read the paper deeply and summarize it in terms of its objectives, novelties, effectiveness and feasibility. | 190minutes |
| 5． | Presentations and Q＆A discussions using the following article. “The Role of Micromobility in Environmental Monitoring: Reflections and Opportunities on the Use of Pervasive Sensing,” IEEE Pervasive Computing, Volume: 23, Issue: 2, April-June 2024, pp. 18–26. “Preference in Voice Commands and Gesture Controls With Hands-Free Augmented Reality With Novel Users,” IEEE Pervasive Computing, Volume: 23, Issue: 1, Jan.-March 2024, pp. 18–26. |
Read the paper deeply and summarize it in terms of its objectives, novelties, effectiveness and feasibility. | 190minutes |
| 6． | Discussion using the following articles. “’Good and Scary at the Same Time’—Exploring Citizens’ Perceptions of a Prospective Metaverse,” IEEE Pervasive Computing, Volume: 23, Issue: 1, Jan.-March 2024, pp. 27–36. “Where the Wild Things Are—A Trip to the Pervasive Multiverse and Its Inhabitants,” IEEE Pervasive Computing, Volume: 23, Issue: 1, Jan.-March 2024, pp. 37–45. |
Read the paper deeply and summarize it in terms of its objectives, novelties, effectiveness and feasibility. | 190minutes |
| 7． | Presentations and Q＆A discussions using the following article. “’Good and Scary at the Same Time’—Exploring Citizens’ Perceptions of a Prospective Metaverse,” IEEE Pervasive Computing, Volume: 23, Issue: 1, Jan.-March 2024, pp. 27–36. “Where the Wild Things Are—A Trip to the Pervasive Multiverse and Its Inhabitants,” IEEE Pervasive Computing, Volume: 23, Issue: 1, Jan.-March 2024, pp. 37–45. |
Read the paper deeply and summarize it in terms of its objectives, novelties, effectiveness and feasibility. | 190minutes |
| 8． | Discussion using the following articles. “Social Isolation and Serious Mental Illness: The Role of Context-Aware Mobile Interventions,” IEEE Pervasive Computing, Volume: 23, Issue: 1, Jan.-March 2024, pp. 46–56. “Considering Wearable Health Tracking Devices and Pandemic Preparedness for Universities,” IEEE Pervasive Computing, Volume: 22, Issue: 4, Oct.-Dec. 2023, pp. 35–44. |
Read the paper deeply and summarize it in terms of its objectives, novelties, effectiveness and feasibility. | 190minutes |
| 9． | Presentations and Q＆A discussions using the following article. “Social Isolation and Serious Mental Illness: The Role of Context-Aware Mobile Interventions,” IEEE Pervasive Computing, Volume: 23, Issue: 1, Jan.-March 2024, pp. 46–56. “Considering Wearable Health Tracking Devices and Pandemic Preparedness for Universities,” IEEE Pervasive Computing, Volume: 22, Issue: 4, Oct.-Dec. 2023, pp. 35–44. |
Read the paper deeply and summarize it in terms of its objectives, novelties, effectiveness and feasibility. | 190minutes |
| 10． | Discussion using the following articles. “GreenCrowd: Toward a Holistic Algorithmic Crowd Charging Framework,” IEEE Pervasive Computing, Volume: 22, Issue: 4, Oct.-Dec. 2023, pp. 58–65. “HuCETA: A Framework for Human-Centered Embodied Teamwork Analytics,” IEEE Pervasive Computing, Volume: 22, Issue: 1, 01 Jan.-March 2023, pp. 39–49. |
Read the paper deeply and summarize it in terms of its objectives, novelties, effectiveness and feasibility. | 190minutes |
| 11． | Presentations and Q＆A discussions using the following article. “GreenCrowd: Toward a Holistic Algorithmic Crowd Charging Framework,” IEEE Pervasive Computing, Volume: 22, Issue: 4, Oct.-Dec. 2023, pp. 58–65. “HuCETA: A Framework for Human-Centered Embodied Teamwork Analytics,” IEEE Pervasive Computing, Volume: 22, Issue: 1, 01 Jan.-March 2023, pp. 39–49. |
Read the paper deeply and summarize it in terms of its objectives, novelties, effectiveness and feasibility. | 190minutes |
| 12． | Discussion using the following articles. “A Cognitive Assistant for Operators: AI-Powered Knowledge Sharing on Complex Systems,” IEEE Pervasive Computing, Volume: 22, Issue: 1, 01 Jan.-March 2023, pp. 50–58. “AI-driven Family Interaction Over Melded Space and Time,” IEEE Pervasive Computing, Volume: 22, Issue: 1, 01 Jan.-March 2023, pp. 85–94. |
Read the paper deeply and summarize it in terms of its objectives, novelties, effectiveness and feasibility. | 190minutes |
| 13． | Presentations and Q＆A discussions using the following article. “A Cognitive Assistant for Operators: AI-Powered Knowledge Sharing on Complex Systems,” IEEE Pervasive Computing, Volume: 22, Issue: 1, 01 Jan.-March 2023, pp. 50–58. “AI-driven Family Interaction Over Melded Space and Time,” IEEE Pervasive Computing, Volume: 22, Issue: 1, 01 Jan.-March 2023, pp. 85–94. |
Read the paper deeply and summarize it in terms of its objectives, novelties, effectiveness and feasibility. | 190minutes |
| 14． | Presentation of summary by each student. | Summarize this class; what you have learnt, how you can use the acquired knowledge for your future, and so on. | 190minutes |
| Total. | - | - | 2660minutes |
Presentation and communicative ability (50%) and discussion skills (50%) are the criteria for the grade. More than 60% of
the total score is needed to get the course credit.
As long as you participate in presenting each assignment as a group member and engage with other groups’ presentations by asking questions or offering comments, you can obtain a score exceeding 60%.
＜Note＞
Students are marked absent from the class if they are late, regardless of the delay time.
If students are absent from more than one-third of the total number of classes, the credit for this course cannot be given to them.
Even though students are absent from the class for whatever reason, e.g., sickness, delay of public transportation systems, or forgetting to bring the student ID card, it is counted as absence.
As long as you participate in presenting each assignment as a group member and engage with other groups’ presentations by asking questions or offering comments, you can obtain a score exceeding 60%.
＜Note＞
Students are marked absent from the class if they are late, regardless of the delay time.
If students are absent from more than one-third of the total number of classes, the credit for this course cannot be given to them.
Even though students are absent from the class for whatever reason, e.g., sickness, delay of public transportation systems, or forgetting to bring the student ID card, it is counted as absence.
| ways of feedback | specific contents about "Other" |
|---|---|
| Feedback in the class |
- During lunch break on Mondays
email contact: kamioka [at] shibaura-it.ac.jp; tanpx [at] shibaura-it.ac.jp
- Course that cultivates an ability for utilizing knowledge
- Course that cultivates a basic interpersonal skills
- Course that cultivates a basic self-management skills
- Course that cultivates a basic problem-solving skills
| Work experience | Work experience and relevance to the course content if applicable |
|---|---|
| Applicable | The instructor has experience developing and evaluating multimedia information and communication systems while working at a company’s research laboratory. This experience will be used to teach the technologies needed for developing and evaluating Ubiquitous Computing Systems. |
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