TIO - a Software Toolset for Mobile Learning in MINT Disciplines

A web-based tool-set called TIO was created for mobile learning with emphasis on study courses in mathematics, informatics, natural sciences and technology (MINT). Mobile learning is a variant of E-learning which is based on mobile user devices with Internet access. It was tested for numerous software and hardware configurations users may have and proved to be technically working. TIO consists of a modified version of the open-source E-learning system ILIAS and a tool set. The experience with TIO was that mobile learning is useful for MINT subjects provided that numerous end user devices are supported and several text systems as well. We found that mobile learning is especially useful for professionals because they can learn in their free times in a flexible way. Finally, we found that an emotional component should be existent to make mobile learning more lasting.