The use of mobile device on the 21st learning/teaching

Mobile devices 

A mobile device is a handheld computer device that have an LCD or OLED (Organic Light-emitting diode)   flat screen interface, providing a touchscreen interface with digital buttons and keyboard or physical buttons along with a physical keyboard. Many such devices can connect to the Internet and interconnect with other devices such as car entertainment systems or headsets via Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, cellular networks or near field communication (NFC)

Examples of Mobile Devices 

1. Smartphones
2. Tablets
3. Laptop computers
4.  Smart watches
5. E-readers
6. Handheld gaming consoles

the Use of mobile devices in 21ST learning and teaching

1. Alternative to textbooks

• Today’s generation has grown accustomed to instant, updated information. Many textbooks are not the most relevant sources of information. Textbooks may not be able to provide students with the latest information like a mobile device can. Having digital textbooks on their mobile devices keeps students more organized and gives them easy access to their materials. Many digital textbooks are constantly updated and often more vivid, helpful, creative, and a lot cheaper than those old heavy books. 

     2. Preparing Students for the Future

• As an educator, your job is to prepare your students for the future. In order to do so you need to incorporate mobile technology in the classroom. Working with these devices will not only be a part of their everyday lives as adults, but it will also be a vital part of many career paths that they may go on to follow. Being knowledgeable on how to appropriately use mobile devices is an important aspect in this increasingly connected world. In order to properly prepare your students for the future as they transition into the workforce, incorporating mobile technology in the classroom is key.

     3.Up-to-date learning

• The old days of looking for information in encyclopedias are long gone. Having mobile devices in the classroom allows students instant access to the latest news, information, statistics, etc. Virtually every question they have is at their fingertips, keeping them connected with what’s going on around them and ensuring they are always well informed with the most up-to-date information.

     4.Learning goes outside of the classroom

• When allowing mobile devices in schools you can expand learning outside of the classroom. Collaboration will increase as students can use these devices as research tools during projects and group work. Students love technology so they will most likely be excited about it and continue learning outside of school hours. Having learning apps, digital textbooks, etc. on mobile devices allows them to get in extra studying and learning in during downtime. They can carry their books and notes with them at all times and have instant access to materials. If students are really excited and engaged in learning inside of the classroom, they are likely to continue learning outside of the classroom and they can do so with mobile technology. It is remarkable how mobile technology can transform education into something more enthralling and engaging than we could of ever imagine.

Characteristics of Mobile Devices

Mobile devices have similar characteristics. Among them are:

• Wi-Fi or cellular access to the internet
• A battery that powers the device for several hours
• A physical or onscreen keyboard for entering information
• Size and weight that allows it to be carried in one hand and manipulated with the other hand
• Touch-screen interface in almost all cases
• A virtual assistant, like Siri, Cortana or Google Assistant
• Able to download data from the internet, including apps and books 
• Wireless operation

references 

https://www.securedgenetworks.com/blog/4-benefits-of-having-mobile-technology-in-the-classroom

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mobile_device

https://study.com/academy/lesson/mobile-devices-examples-impact-trends.html