El uso de una Aplicación Móvil en la Enseñanza de la Lectura

The aim of the study presented in this paper was to analyze the use of a mobile application, to facilitate the learning process of reading of illiterate adult population. The study fits in a more global concept promoted by UNESCO that recommends the provision of quality education for all people, using present technology. Additionally, the Mexican government is interested in reducing illiteracy and educational backwardness. The instrument used was a mobile application in Tablets operating under Android that was applied to 143 participants. The application was designed under an intuitive environment with audio instructions, selecting colors and images. The results found a high impact on teaching-learning, as the average time was reduced and users were highly satisfied.