Abstract:

The study focuses on the use of mobile devices in learning in TSU students’ environment. The paper reveals that TSU students highly appreciate the benefits from using mobile devices in learning. Also the research shows correlation between student’s age and frequency of mobile devices usage. Younger students tend to evaluate mobile technologies more than the older ones. All respondents expressed wish of usage specialized mobile applications which helps to access course content. Second part of the research was conducted with content-analysis of open questions. Respondents point out that main disadvantage of mobile technologies is a distraction factor, but overall these technologies are very helpful. In addition respondents mentioned that perfect device for learning should restrict usage of entertaining applications on software level. Authors describe the specifics of the use of mobile technologies depending on the subject area, the year of study and sex.

Keywords:

Mobile Learning, distance education, mobile devices, personal learning environment.