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May 31, 2007, 02:52 PM ET

Mobile Learning in China

Students of all ages in China will soon be able to use Nokia cellphones to tap into English lessons, test-prep training, and other courses from New Oriental Education & Technology Group, a leading Chinese educational company, the companies announced this week. "The idea of mobile learning is that it will allow students of all ages to access course materials through a mobile phone, maximizing time by providing learning on the go," said Michael Yu, New Oriental's chief executive.

Would-be mobile learners can buy one of the newer Nokia models with educational programs already installed, and they can also download courses from Mobiledu and New Oriental's online-learning site, Koolearn.com. The project is not the first time that courses have been offered via cellphone, but it's part of what is sure to be a growing trend.--Sierra Millman

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