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M-learning

M-learning, or mobile learning, is defined as "learning across multiple contexts, through social and content interactions, using personal electronic devices" It is a form of distance education or technology-enhanced active learning where learners use portable devices such as mobile phones to learn anywhere and anytime. Reviews of 97 studies published between 2014 and 2023 show that well-planned mobile learning can improve engagement, knowledge, and skills at different education levels. The portability that mobile devices provide allows for learning anywhere, hence the term "mobile" in "mobile learning". M-learning devices include computers, MP3 players, mobile phones, and tablets. M-learning can be an important part of informal learning. M-learning allows educational content to be accessed from a wide range of locations, depending on network availability. It allows for the instant sharing of feedback and tips since mobile devices are often connected to the internet. M-learning also offers strong portability by replacing books and notes with small devices filled with tailored learning content. Moreover, it has the added benefit of being cost-effective, as the price of digital content on tablets is falling sharply compared to traditional media such as books, CDs, DVDs, etc.…

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M-learning, or mobile learning, is defined as "learning across multiple contexts, through social and content interactions, using personal electronic devices" It is a form of distance education or technology-enhanced active learning where learners use portable devices such as mobile phones to learn anywhere and anytime. Reviews of 97 studies published between 2014 and 2023 show that well-planned mobile learning can improve engagement, knowledge, and skills at different education levels. The portability that mobile devices provide allows for learning anywhere, hence the term "mobile" in "mobile learning". M-learning devices include computers, MP3 players, mobile phones, and tablets. M-learning can be an important part of informal learning. M-learning allows educational content to be accessed from a wide range of locations, depending on network availability. It allows for the instant sharing of feedback and tips since mobile devices are often connected to the internet. M-learning also offers strong portability by replacing books and notes with small devices filled with tailored learning content. Moreover, it has the added benefit of being cost-effective, as the price of digital content on tablets is falling sharply compared to traditional media such as books, CDs, DVDs, etc.…

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  1. publication date: 2014 — source: Wikipedia · confidence 0.95
  2. publication date: 2014 — source: Wikipedia · confidence 0.95
  3. publication date: 2006 — source: Wikipedia · confidence 0.95

Discussion questions

  1. Summarise the article in your own words. Which single claim would you verify first, and why?
  2. The record states that the publication date is "2014". What evidence would count against this claim?
  3. The record states that the publication date is "2014". What evidence would count against this claim?
  4. The record states that the publication date is "2006". What evidence would count against this claim?
  5. Which claim in this article is most likely to be revised as the sources update? How would you check its current status?
  6. If two sources disagreed about one of these facts, what would you need in order to trust one over the other?

Bibliography

  1. Wikipedia https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?oldid=1375107225

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