Mobile Learning

Mobile Learning

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Term2.png MOBILE LEARNING
Mobile Learning, also called M-Learning, relates to learning that takes place using mobile technologies while not at a fixed location. Mobile learning is supposed to facilitate, enhance and extend the reach of the teaching and learning process and support performance at work. The main requirements are to have a reliable connectivity (3GP, GPRS and Wi-fi) and a mobile device.

The mobile devices that can be used for this purpose are eReaders (Kindle, etc); audio and multimedia guides (such as in Museums); handheld game console (PSP, Nintendo DS, etc); personal media players (iPods); PDA; laptop; tablets; Ultra Mobile Personal Computing (UMPC), mobile phone, camera phone and SmartPhone). Mobile Learning can be used to Deliver Learning, Foster Communications/Collaboration, Conduct Assessments/Evaluations using polls for example, Performance Support as for instance with job aids.

The tools you can use to facilitate M-Learning are capturing a video, taking photos, recording audio, writing a document, using social networks, receiving and sending emails and messages, accessing HTML5-based browsers, using GPS and location-based information, downloading apps, facilitating voice, video and screen sharing. The content for the information can be delivered using the browser or by using an application for the device in question.