The M-Learning Use in Higher Education: A Study in Santa Catarina Universities

The knowledge society technologies sought in the agility and mobility needed to interact with information. Given the characteristics of ubiquity, mobility and personal nature, mobile devices have taken a prominent place in people\´s lives. Our students considered "digital natives" born in this environment and are familiar with therefore these technologies. In this context, it is understood that it is up to educational institutions, especially the teachers, considered "digital immigrants", adapt and make use of this powerful tool. This study identifies the usability of mobile in higher education at the universities of Santa Catarina. The research shows the as concerns the dispersion of the student, teacher training, and the high cost of mobile devices and connectivity, are barriers to overcome.