mSchools programme. A new way of teaching and learning

mSchools programme is a multi-faceted mEducation initiative of the Mobile World Capital Barcelona in collaboration with the Generalitat of Catalonia, Barcelona City Hall and GSMA.Launched in 2012, mSchools support students and teachers effectively integrating mobile technologies into the classroom. Mobile enables access to up-to-date materials, improves collaboration and strengthens learner engagement, opening up new ways of teaching and learning that improve achievement and employability. The mSchools programme brings together private and public institutions to help students build important new skills and prepare them for today´s digital world. The programme is focused in three main areas: 1. Improve learning with Mobile Technologies. 2. Promote Digital Competences and Entrepreneurship. 3. Build an open environment for mEducation. In 2013-2014, were over 6500 students participating in mSchools. In 2014-2015 there has been a huge increase to over 20000. Schools involved correspond to all levels of education from primary to high school and VET. The programme includes five different initiatives to motivate students to learn using mobile technologies and helping teachers to take advantage of the possibilities in using mobile devices at schools.