Mobile Learning Literature Review DOCX

Title	Mobile Learning Literature Review
Author	Jacqui Kirkman
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MOBILE LEARNING Mobile Learning Literature Review Introduction This article surveys definitions and theories of mobile learning, usage and affordances of mobile devices and whether mobile devices are suitable for use in schools. A review of findings on the effect of mobile technology on student achievement follows. Finally some challenges and pedagogical implications of mobile learning are investigated. This literature review attempts to survey recent writings in the field of mobile learning, rather than technology in education in general. The focus is on recent papers since the field continues to evolve at a rapid pace. Four years ago the iPad had not even been released but some would say that it has revolutionised education in the western world. The logistic challenges of technology and issues of digital citizenship, while obviously significant, are not addressed in this paper. The terms "mobile learning" and "m-learning" are used interchangeably. Mobile learning is currently a hot topic in education. For a variety of reasons, many schools are moving to 1:1 Technology or Bring Your Own Device (BYOD) models. In some cases it appears that the decision has been made to introduce technological change before the curriculum and culture implications are taken into account. In other cases, schools undergo a trial and use this opportunity to explore the associated issues. Researchers in the field are attempting to "build the plane while flying it" and develop frameworks of learning which are appropriate for mobile learning even as mobile learning is already taking place both formally and informally. Many broad statements are made such as the following from Murray: "What has become quite clear is that mobile devices like the iPod Touch have real learning value in teaching and learning contexts, and that it is the imagination of teachers to integrate such devices in innovative ways that is the most valuable resource" (2010, p. 51). The motive for introducing mobile technology seems to stem from an acceptance of statements such as this...