Mobile Technology in Education

Recent advancement in mobile and wireless technology has helped to improve commerce [1]-[4] and services [5] [6]. Mobile technology is strategic to many organizations and activities [7] [8]. Education is no exception! The use of mobile technology has not only extended desktop-based online learning environment into the mobile and wireless channel but also enabled education to take place anytime, anywhere. The use of mobile technology in education is also known as “mobile education” or “meducation”. Mobile technologies have provided unique opportunities for educators to deliver educational materials efficiently, and to support the cognitive and social process of student learning. Educational materials can be delivered to students through mobile devices. Students can communicate and interact with peer students and educators in realtime using mobile technology. Mobile technology can also be integrated into curriculum design to improve interactivity in the classroom. Applications of mobile technology in education can provide benefits to both students and educators. Mobile technology provides greater flexibility in student learning. Students can have access to educational materials through their mobile devices, which enable them to learn as and when the need arises and when the time is right for them, no matter where they are -even when they are on the move. With mobile devices, educational materials are not only readily available to students but they can also be