Mobile learning or M-learning for the tech savvy, has hit Malaysian shores in a big way. LTT Global Communications, led by husband and wife team Wemel Cumavoo and Rani Wemel, take the development of mobile learning to the forefront with mobile courseware that teaches English and other subjects in beginner to advanced level environments.

An active participant under the Maxis Developer Programme, LTT Global has already earned the distinction of being pioneers in the field of mobile learning. They have also moved into publishing mobile magazines that cover lifestyle issues as well as creating awareness for mobile videos on various topics in a professional, personal or family setting. The available materials are created professionally and Fortune 500 companies support its use, guaranteeing quality information direct to your mobile device.

Wemel and Rani however, are not your typical techno-preneurs, as they both come from non-IT backgrounds and were subsequently introduced to the Maxis Developer Programmer (MDP) via the MDEC Technopreneur Development programme. “We joined MDP with zero knowledge and they have really helped our company become what it is today. MDP gave us credibility, recognition and exposure to markets.” This subsequently led them to larger tie-ups with banks and collaboration projects with agencies and bodies. Also receiving a grant to run the ‘Mum- My English Teacher’ programme for single mothers, LTT Global is set to expand their possibilities in mobile learning in the not too distant future.

The duo organised Asia’s 1^st regional mobile learning & edutainment conference-exhibition themed - 1st Asia Pacific Regional Mobile Learning & Edutainment Conference 2007. Backed by MSC Malaysia, Suruhanjaya Komunikasi and Multimedia Malaysia (SKMM), Ministry of Science Technology and Innovation (MOSTI), Kementerian Tenaga Air dan Komunikasi (KTAK) and Institute of Professional Development, Open University Malaysia, Maxis Developer Programme and a host of other organisations, the conference was aimed at stimulating growth and awareness for mobile content development within South East Asia and Malaysia. 

The conference, in line with the set up of the APAC-Mobile Leaning Advisory Panel is a platform for the public sector, academicians, IT, telecommunication companies, manufacturers, regulators, content providers and ICT NGO's to discuss and disseminate information amongst various entities. The conference, exhibition and workshop held at the Crowne Plaza Mutiara, Kuala Lumpur, from 7-9 August 2007, was well received by the participants and many said they looked forward to next year's conference which will be held from Nov 20-23, 2008 at Putra World Trade Centre, Kuala Lumpur.  Those interested in attending future sessions can contact the secretariat at mleap@lttcom.com