Using M-Learning Tools Like Procreate and Multimedia Creation

     Mobile learning is important than ever in today's fast-moving world. With busy schedules mobile learning allows students to have access to education and create anywhere in the world that they have an internet connection. Two of the most useful mobile learning tools are Procreate and multimedia creation. Rather than having students consume information, these tools turn students into creators and make learning engaging and interactive. 

    The first tool is Procreate, specifically the pocket edition. This app allows students to create media on any smartphone or tablet using features like customizable brushes, time lapse, layering, and animation tools (Procreate, n.d.). For art classes, like what I will be teaching, students would be able to draw, animate, paint, and create designs right from their phones. There is also an Animation Assistant part of the app that can help students with character development and movement in their animation. This video shows the fundamental techniques and features for Procreate beginners!

    When teachers combine this useful app with other multimedia creation tools, students have a world of possibilities to create. Including multimedia assignment in mobile learning lets students find media they enjoy working with and explore. Some examples of media include video recordings, interviews, animations, online portfolios, and collages. Studies show that when students use multimedia-based tools during lessons it lessens their cognitive load and helps them understand complicated topics (Becker et al., 2019). In my art classroom I may incorporate multimedia by having students film a timelapse video of them painting, taking reference pictures, or creating presentations on inspirational artists. 

    Overall, mobile learning doesn't have to be just reading and consuming information. These tools can allow students to still have a creative and interactive education!

Becker, S., Klein, P., Gößling, A., & Kuhn, J. (2019). Using mobile devices to augment inquiry-based learning processes with multiple representations. arXiv. 

Procreate. (n.d.). Procreate Pocket. Procreate® Pocket