RT Journal Article T1 Narrative-based learning using mobile devices A1 Sánchez-Rivas, Enrique A1 Ramos Nuñez, Manuel Fernando A1 Ramos Navas-Parejo, Magdalena A1 De la Cruz-Campos, Juan Carlos K1 Estudio y enseñanza superior K1 Enseñanza -- Innovaciones K1 Informática móvil AB Purpose:The aim of this paper is to explore whether the use of an active learning methodology implemented through a mobile phone can help future teachers to develop more effective reading promotion activities than those based on traditional learning methodologies.Design/methodology/approach:A study was conducted based on the comparison of perceptions of two groups of teacher training students. The experimental group was trained in an active methodology to promote reading on mobile phones, whilst the control group was trained in a classical methodology also using the same devices. Variables were observed using a self-administered questionnaire, and the scores obtained were analysed from their descriptive statistics of the comparison of means of Kruskal–Wallis H test.Findings:The results showed that students perceived significant improvements associated with active learning methodology. The variables with the most remarkable results were those related to better use of the class, participation and satisfaction. However, the ubiquitous variable obtained the fewest differences, maybe because both learning methodologies were applied using mobile devices.Originality/value:The conclusions of this study clearly suggest that combining active learning methodologies and the use of mobile phones to promote reading could lead to better results than applying traditional learning methodologies. The value of this study paves the way for future research to move forward in the discovery of effective teaching strategies based on active methods and mobile devices. PB Emerald YR 2022 FD 2022-08-29 LK https://hdl.handle.net/10630/26483 UL https://hdl.handle.net/10630/26483 LA eng NO Sánchez-Rivas, E., Ramos Nunez, M. F., Ramos Navas-Parejo, M., & De La Cruz-Campos, J. C. (2023). Narrative-based learning using mobile devices. Education+ Training, 65(2), 284-297. NO Funding for open access charge: Universidad de Málaga / CBUA DS RIUMA. Repositorio Institucional de la Universidad de Málaga RD 19 ene 2026