Introduction:

A communicative-interactive process with a humanistic vision is indispensable in the teaching-learning process of the English language, and should be carried out in favourable classroom conditions in which the students enjoy, reflect, take a risk, and accept responsibility for the solution of tasks that satisfy their needs.

Objective:

To reflect upon the use of m-learning as a working tool in the teaching of English at the Medical University.

Material and Methods:

Theoretical methods of analysis and synthesis of literature and documentary reviews allowed us to gather information about the topic.

Development:

M-learning is the teaching-learning process methodology which facilitates the construction of knowledge, the solution of problems, and the development of different skills in an autonomous way through the use of small electronic devices such as mobiles, tablets, PocketPC, among others.

Conclusions:

A reflection is made on the use of m-learning as a working tool in the teaching of English at the Medical University as well as its benefits and potentialities not only as a way of communication, but also as a teaching aid which contributes to the development of the teaching-learning process. However, there are difficulties that can affect its effectiveness and use.

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