scholarly journals Mobile Learning: Two Experiments on Teaching and Learning with Mobile Phones

10.5772/8105 ◽  
2009 ◽  
Author(s):  
Adelina Moura ◽  
Ana Amelia
Keyword(s):  
Mobile Learning ◽  
Mobile Phones ◽  
Teaching And Learning

scholarly journals Will mobile learning change language learning?

ReCALL ◽  
2009 ◽  
Vol 21 (2) ◽  
pp. 157-165 ◽  
Author(s):  
Agnes Kukulska-Hulme
Keyword(s):  
Language Learning ◽  
Informal Learning ◽  
Mobile Learning ◽  
Mobile Phones ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Portable Devices ◽  
Mobile Assisted Language Learning ◽  
Learning Practices ◽  
Formal And Informal Learning ◽  
Significant Change

AbstractThe use of mobile phones and other portable devices is beginning to have an impact on how learning takes place in many disciplines and contexts, including language learning. Learners who are not dependent on access to fixed computers can engage in activities that relate more closely to their current surroundings, sometimes crossing the border between formal and informal learning. This creates the potential for significant change in teaching and learning practices. Taking the broader field of mobile learning as the setting within which developments in mobile-assisted language learning may be understood, the paper argues that an emphasis on mobility can lead to new perspectives and practices. The paper offers reflections on what mobile learning has to offer and considers whether it is likely to change how languages are taught and learnt. ‘Mobile learning’ is not a stable concept; therefore its current interpretations need to be made explicit. Examples of current projects and practices show an affinity between mobile and games-based learning, and can further illuminate what is distinctive and worthwhile about mobile learning.

A Historical Materialist Analysis of the Debate in Swedish Print Media on Mobile Phones in School Settings

2015 ◽  
pp. 1118-1132
Author(s):  
Torbjörn Ott
Keyword(s):  
Mobile Learning ◽  
Mobile Phones ◽  
Educational System ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Print Media ◽  
School Staff ◽  
School Settings ◽  
Contemporary Research ◽  
Historical Materialist ◽  
Learning Concept

The use of mobile phones for teaching and learning in schools has been a controversial matter. In this paper the debate in two Swedish newspapers on the use of mobile phones in schools is analysed using a historical materialist framework. The results are discussed in relation to contemporary research on mobile learning. The analysis reveals that the debate has been a consequence of a conflict of control of the process of learning in schools. Statements from the stakeholders in the debate indicate that it primarily has been a conflict between those who rule school, the legislators, and those who are ruled, the school staff and the pupils. Knowledge of this could contribute to the understanding of difficulties occurring when implementing a mobile learning concept in the educational system.

scholarly journals THE WONDERS OF MOBILE PHONE TECHNOLOGY IN TEACHING AND LEARNING ENGLISH

2017 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
pp. 57
Author(s):  
Agelyia Murugan ◽  
George Teoh Boon Sai
Keyword(s):  
Mobile Phone ◽  
Mobile Learning ◽  
Mobile Phones ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Language Skills ◽  
Learning Technology ◽  
Mobile Learning Technology ◽  
Technology In Teaching ◽  
Mobile Phone Applications ◽  
Learning English

Using digital tools such as Mobile phones in learning environment is beneficial as the device which is capable to present learning content and provide a wireless two-ways communication between the educator and learners. A review of researches done in Malaysia shows that studies are still focusing on the readiness of the educators and learners in using mobile learning technology in teaching and learning. This paper advocates the use of mobile phones in teaching and learning English. Theories relating to mobile learning highlight the importance of control, context, and communication elements in mobile learning. These three elements are important in knowledge building and support the positive behavioural change of the learners. Apart from that, mobile phones enable the learners to strengthen their language skills as it promotes an environment that motivates the learners to be explorative. In order to meet the students� needs, there are many types of mobile phone applications that assist learning such as discussion forum, text-based activities, audio-based learning, and interactive game-based language learning. The paper significantly highlights the importance of mobile phones and mobile phone applications which allow language learners to learn and enrich their language anytime and anywhere because the learning process can happen while on the move. Keywords: mobile learning technology, mobile phone, English language skills

A Historical Materialist Analysis of the Debate in Swedish Print Media on Mobile Phones in School Settings

2014 ◽  
Vol 6 (2) ◽  
pp. 1-14 ◽  
Author(s):  
Torbjörn Ott
Keyword(s):  
Mobile Learning ◽  
Mobile Phones ◽  
Educational System ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Print Media ◽  
School Staff ◽  
School Settings ◽  
Contemporary Research ◽  
Historical Materialist ◽  
Learning Concept

The use of mobile phones for teaching and learning in schools has been a controversial matter. In this paper the debate in two Swedish newspapers on the use of mobile phones in schools is analysed using a historical materialist framework. The results are discussed in relation to contemporary research on mobile learning. The analysis reveals that the debate has been a consequence of a conflict of control of the process of learning in schools. Statements from the stakeholders in the debate indicate that it primarily has been a conflict between those who rule school, the legislators, and those who are ruled, the school staff and the pupils. Knowledge of this could contribute to the understanding of difficulties occurring when implementing a mobile learning concept in the educational system.

Learning Goes Mobile

2016 ◽  
pp. 650-675
Author(s):  
Ana Iglesias Rodríguez ◽  
Blanca García Riaza
Keyword(s):  
University Students ◽  
Mobile Devices ◽  
Mobile Learning ◽  
Mobile Phones ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Learning Processes ◽  
Educational Resources ◽  
Development Research ◽  
Successful Development ◽  
Learning Practices

Nowadays, mobile learning allows the use of mobile devices in teaching and learning practices of almost any subject or topic of interest. In this chapter, we describe a research carried out to get data about the use that university students make of mobile devices and apps for learning purposes, as most of them use mobile phones and tablets as communication and entertainment tools, but don't get benefit from these devices as educational resources, either due to lack of knowledge or to the scarce information about the pedagogical uses of these devices. The methodology followed is based on an analysis of the results obtained from questionnaires implemented to students. From the data collected, we draw a number of conclusions relevant not only to the successful development research studies like this, but also for the implementation of teaching initiatives including mobile devices and applications for improving learning processes in general.

Mobile Learning in and out of the K-12 Classroom

2019 ◽  
pp. 839-849 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pena L. Bedesem ◽  
Tracy Arner
Keyword(s):  
Mobile Learning ◽  
Mobile Phones ◽  
Mobile Technology ◽  
Mobile Device ◽  
Scientific Knowledge ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Emerging Technology ◽  
Mobile Technologies ◽  
Important Research ◽  
K 12

Today there is widespread ownership of mobile technology, including mobile phones, tablets, Chromebooks, among school-aged youth. To wit, researchers report that nearly 70% of 8- to 18-year-olds own their own mobile device. In parallel with increased accessibility and usage, researchers in various fields of education have begun to explore how mobile technology can impact teaching and learning. In this chapter, the work of pioneering scholars in the area of emerging technology in K-12 education are discussed. Next, a description is provided of the current scientific knowledge on the ways in which mobile technologies are used by students in K-12 education. Then, important research is reviewed that highlights the added effects of mobile technology to support non-traditional learners. Lastly, recommendations for future lines of investigation and further reading are discussed.

Learning Goes Mobile

2016 ◽  
pp. 472-496 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ana Iglesias Rodríguez ◽  
Blanca García Riaza
Keyword(s):  
University Students ◽  
Mobile Devices ◽  
Mobile Learning ◽  
Mobile Phones ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Learning Processes ◽  
Educational Resources ◽  
Development Research ◽  
Successful Development ◽  
Learning Practices

Nowadays, mobile learning allows the use of mobile devices in teaching and learning practices of almost any subject or topic of interest. In this chapter, we describe a research carried out to get data about the use that university students make of mobile devices and apps for learning purposes, as most of them use mobile phones and tablets as communication and entertainment tools, but don't get benefit from these devices as educational resources, either due to lack of knowledge or to the scarce information about the pedagogical uses of these devices. The methodology followed is based on an analysis of the results obtained from questionnaires implemented to students. From the data collected, we draw a number of conclusions relevant not only to the successful development research studies like this, but also for the implementation of teaching initiatives including mobile devices and applications for improving learning processes in general.

ACCOMMODATING MOBILE LEARNING IN COLLEGE PROGRAMS

2013 ◽  
Vol 17 (1) ◽  
Author(s):  
Jay Alden
Keyword(s):  
Mobile Devices ◽  
Mobile Learning ◽  
Text Messaging ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Discussion Board ◽  
Academic Programs ◽  
Higher Learning ◽  
College Programs ◽  
Near Future ◽  
Selected Functions

Mobile devices and applications are expected to have a significant impact on teaching and learning in the near future. Yet colleges and universities are currently facing severe budget constraints and discretionary funding is restricted for new initiatives. The question addressed in this paper is: “What strategy should an institution of higher learning with limited resources use in adapting the capabilities of mobile devices to benefit its academic programs?” To help answer this question, students were surveyed to identify their perceptions on the importance of a selected set of mobile learning functions, their experience with using those functions, their recommendation for a mobile learning adoption strategy, and information on the particular mobile devices they possess. The recommended strategy was “pick and choose special capabilities to develop” with the selected functions being (1) Receive alerts and reminders about assignments and appointments concerning the course being taken; (2) Communicate individually with faculty, an advisor, or other students using voice, email, or text messaging; (3) Post or reply to items in a poll, discussion board, or other application; and (4) Download and review lesson materials from a course being taken. Other recommendations included techniques for faculty and student support services as well as institutional policies for limiting models of mobile devices for use in courses, making online courseware for laptops and desktops the same as mobile learning courseware, and making the opportunity for mobile learning optional.

Mobile Phones for Teaching and Learning

2017 ◽  
Vol 45 (3) ◽  
pp. 436-451 ◽  
Author(s):  
Farooq AlTameemy
Keyword(s):  
Faculty Member ◽  
Mobile Phones ◽  
Teaching And Learning ◽  
Educational Institutions ◽  
The Internet ◽  
Teaching Tools ◽  
Significant Difference ◽  
Smart Technologies

Mobile phones have become so ubiquitous that they turned into an important part of our life. According to Parsons, mobile subscriptions exceed 6 billion subscriptions globally. Similarly, Ipsos and Verizon (as cited in Tan & El-Bendary) found out that adopting mobile phones with smart technologies has increased fast which also coincided with a more utilization of their Internet capabilities. With the abundance of knowledge the Internet provides, mobile phones become an invaluable pathway for that knowledge. The fact that these gadgets are well-liked by students make them one of the best tools to be adopted by educational institutions. This study will investigate the actual academic use of mobile phones among students and teachers, their attitudes toward using them as learning or teaching tools, and if there is a significant difference in attitudes of the participants toward using mobile as learning or teaching tools based on the job criteria (Student vs. Faculty Member).

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