Mobile Learning

Mobile learning, sometimes called mLearning or M-learning, is learning on portable devices, such as mobile phones, tablets, and laptops.

Mobile learning content comes in a variety of forms from podcasts, videos and apps to quizzes, and full eLearning courses.

This type of learning is often paired with?microlearning, where information is delivered in small chunks in short sessions.

A robust training and development program is a must, and mobile learning is becoming a critical part of that as mobile devices are an accepted part of our daily work routines.

In 2021,?statistics show?that 80% of the world’s population owns and uses a smartphone, and?estimates?suggest that by 2025, 72% of internet users will use only their smartphones to access the internet.?This number grew by 1.9% in 2021, and the global pandemic caused a surge in activity, almost doubling the amount of mobile data used from 7.2GB to 11.6GB.

In recent years, this trend has slowed, as people seek better mobile experiences and no longer tolerating outdated, clunky, or unintuitive user experiences.

As people increasingly turn to mobile devices, companies must not ignore the opportunity this creates. An integrated training environment supported by mobile learning will deliver a myriad of benefits for both employees and organizations.

Benefits of Mobile Learning

There are many benefits to using mobile learning as part of your organization’s training program. Diversifying the format of training means that your training is more accessible and thus more effective.

Mobility and Accessibility

Mobile devices allow people to learn on the go.

• They don’t require you to have a huge laptop or constant connection, and any device can be used to learn.
• Users don’t have to worry about having a specific brand or operating system, they can use whatever they have and get access instantly.
• Research by Dr. Alex Heiphetz?shows that mobile learning can help?improve knowledge retention by a whopping 55% compared to traditional training methods.
• Participants also reported time-saving and learning without distractions as the two other key benefits of this type of learning.
• Users are accustomed to instant results, and mobile learning can deliver it.
• People learn differently, at different paces. By diversifying training content and delivery, learners can choose what is best for them and engage with it when they are ready.
• Mobile learning allows students to share knowledge with each other within the platform, on social networks and helps encourage engagement between instructors and learners.

Examples of mobile learning include:

• Duolingo
• Quizlet
• TED-ed
• SoloLearn
• Udemy
• Lingualeo

How can Mobile Learning be used in the workplace?

Organizations should use mobile learning in their workplace training, especially if their employees are not working from a desk and don’t have access to a laptop or PC throughout their workday.

In industries like retail, hospitality, construction, or manufacturing, businesses can help their employees have instant access to information by providing mobile learning materials and portable devices.

For example, by providing mobile training on products, ethics and standards, a retail shop could set their employees up for success starting from day one, allowing them to learn at any time, reference products on the spot for customers, instantly learn new skills or acquire crucial knowledge.

It can also help with compliance training, onboarding, developing skills, performance support, product training, and situational training.

Mobile apps allow people to download courses and study while they are doing something else, allowing wasted time to become productive and empowering learners.

Until next time, keep the conversation going.

Best Regards,

Avi Bhattacharya