Grant: Applied Research and Development Grants - Level 1

Mobi-Learning Inc. is an Ontario-based start-up specializing in the design and development of innovative mobile learning products and services. These support student-centered learning as well as increase opportunities for instruction and practice outside the classroom. Their current focus is the creation of mobile learning applications for English as a second language (ESL) teachers and adult learners. Mobi-Learning is collaborating with George Brown Colleges School of Computer Technology and School of Design to carry out the research, design and development of an iOS version of their MinimalPairs application, which helps ESL learners differentiate between similar sounding words and expressions. The first in a suite of language learning applications, MinimalPairs has been developed for Android and Windows, but requires student support and expertise to create the iOS-compatible product. This collaborative project will also serve to test and validate Mobi-Learnings application framework, with the results being used to improve the framework and consequently future language learning applications. Once complete, the MinimalPairs application will provide ESL learners, instructors and organizations with unique and accessible language learning tools across all major mobile platforms. The lessons and activities utilize the functionality of mobile devices to provide highly interactive learning experiences grounded in real life environments and situations while offering real-time feedback for users. Through commercialization of these applications, Mobi-Learning aims to increase English language proficiency and capitalize on the underserved mobile learning market. Project Classifications