Mobile Learning, M-learning
"Learning across multiple contexts, through social and content interactions, using personal electronic devices".
A form of distance education, m-learners use mobile device educational technology at their convenient time. M-learning technologies include handheld computers, MP3 players, notebooks, mobile phones and tablets. M-learning focuses on the mobility of the learner, interacting with portable technologies. Using mobile tools for creating learning aids and materials becomes an important part of informal learning. M-learning is convenient in that it is accessible from virtually anywhere. M-learning brings strong portability by replacing books and notes with small devices, filled with tailored learning contents. M-learning has the added benefit of being cost effective, as the price of digital content on tablets is falling sharply compared to the traditional media (books, CD and DVD, etc.).
⠀ Crompton, H. (2013).