Modern education
Mobile learning, or 'mobile learning', is becoming increasingly popular. It enables learning using portable equipment (tablet, laptop, smartphone) and access to wireless internet. It focuses on mobility, allowing the use of access to a communication or learning platform anytime and anywhere. The dynamics of learning with m-learning techniques and tools allows for the use of diverse learning modalities and the deepening of knowledge through intellectual stimulation at different levels. Mobile learning has a wide range of possibilities to exploit.
The most popular mLearning tools
SMS and MMS
A quick and easy way to communicate. The enormous potential of SMS and MMS, determines the growing importance of mobile communication and the effectiveness of m-learning activities. The message reaches the direct recipient quickly. It is a tool eagerly used by training companies and language schools. They are used, for example, for notifications of changes to the timetable, for the transfer of additional materials after the class, for a mobile survey.
Games and animations
They represent a more expensive tool in mobile learning. However, they have one of the strongest audience engagement rates. They often combine fun with learning.
Surveys and quizzes
They serve above all to establish a relationship with the recipient. They allow the level of knowledge acquired to be checked. They can be used to validate the activities carried out.
Key benefits of mobile learning
Unlimited access
Learning takes place at a distance using mobile devices with wireless Internet. This means 24/7 access to a communication or learning platform containing materials, texts, exercises, etc.
Modernising working methods
Mobile learning makes use of modern information transmission channels, which increases its appeal - particularly among younger generations. Mobile apps are often used in this learning technique, as well as tailor-made solutions using, for example, speech recognition algorithm, Text-To-Speech technology.
Personalisation of the learning profile
Anywhere, anytime teaching allows for customisation. The learner uses exactly the material they need at the moment, both current and previous.
Stronger commitment to the learning process
The acquisition of knowledge through the use of available m-learning tools allows for greater concentration of attention on the information provided. Mobile applications, SMS and MMS communication, mobile games or customised surveys induce interaction, which mobilises the recipient more strongly to explore the knowledge.
Greater motivation to act
Mobile learning often uses communication platforms and social media to exchange data and information between the participants of a course or training. This stimulates competition between individual participants and thus increases motivation to learn.
Saving money
Mobile learning means cost savings. On the part of the course provider, there is no need to rent premises, thus reducing the overall cost of training. On the user side, travel costs are reduced.