From Mobile Learning to Mobile Research

The report examines the possibilities and the challenges of transition from mobile learning to mobile research in different stages of education - from primary school through secondary school to university. Available sensors in modern smartphones are analysed. A classification of existing solutions for using smartphones as research devices has been made. The use of smartphones and mobile learning at different stages of education is also analysed. A study of the readiness of the students from the University of Ruse to engage in mobile research is conducted. At the end of this paper, relevant conclusions and recommendations for the use of mobile devices as research tools are made.