POSSIBILITIES AND PROSPECTS OF USING M-LEARNING (MOBILE LEARNING) WHILE STUDYING A FOREIGN LANGUAGE
Abstract
This article is devoted to the use of modern technology in the process of teaching a foreign language at a non-linguistic university. Mobile learning (m-learning) is an integral part of the process of teaching and learning a foreign language, bringing new opportunities for more effective studying of a language, making the process more interesting, content-rich, personalized, comfortable and flexible. The article reveals in detail the essential characteristics of mobile learning and the possibility of its use in the classroom.
About the Authors
T. . Gerasimenko
Moscow University of Industry and Finance"Synergy”
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
S. . Kovalchuk
Moscow University of Industry and Finance"Synergy”; Moscow State University of Economics, Statistics, and Informatics
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
O. . Mokhova
Moscow University of Industry and Finance"Synergy”
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
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