Multimedia environment for mobile learning

Abstract

This paper introduces our approach in building multimedia learning environment based on digital library and mobile student services. The learning material can be accessed from standard desktop PCs, but also from wireless PDA or mobile phones. The last two approaches require development of a mobile distance educational system, especially a mobile access to the digital library. We will show the functionalities of the digital library system installed on the technical sub-campus of our University. The functionalities of the virtual table (as one of the student services) and their integration into our multimedia learning environment will be also presented. The evaluation of this learning environment showed that the first experiences by the students are positive, and that both wired and wireless access to this kind of multimedia learning environment is suitable for engineering education.