MOBILE LEARNING: ENHANCING LEARNING THROUGH CELL PHONES

The use of mobile devices in education all over the world is increasing. These mobile devices, such as laptop computers and cell phones, are revolutionizing education and transforming traditional classroom-based learning and teaching into anytime and anywhere education. Even though, most educators, and parents, have been doubtful about the value of mobile devices as a resource for learning. This paper presented a literature review about mobile learning with particular reference to how learning can be enhanced through the use of cell phones. The researcher provided an overview of the topic, followed by a rationale for choosing the topic. The definition of mobile learning is then discussed, and its unique aspects were presented. As the main focus of this paper is enhancing learning through cell phones, the definition of a cell phone and how it can enhance learning was explored. The paper suggested some applications of how cell phones can support learning in general and in the Omani context in particular. Furthermore, the researcher shed light on advantages and disadvantages of cell-phone learning. To summarize the discussion, the paper provided a short conclusion.