# Free Courses Via Cell Phone Softbank Classes from Cyber University By Going Like Sixty | Published 2007-11-30 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cyber-university References: [inventorspot](http://inventorspot.com/articles/cyber_university_first_offer_col_8737) Japan is leading the world in new uses for cell phones, clearly indicated by the latest trend in taking college classes via mobile. [Softbank](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chord-signalling) offers classes from [Cyber University](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cyber-risk-solution). The class costs students nothing more than regular phone rates -- there is no tuition. This is no diploma mill, they currently offer 100 classes through the more "traditional" online class structure. **Implications** - Young adults are constantly on the go while attached to their mobile devices. To them, multitasking is normal. Ideas such as [free classes via mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kwakwa) signify not only a technological shift but a shift in education. Education institutions are catching on that by using social media tools, they are able to reach a greater number of students. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.2/10 - Popularity: 61% | Activity: 58% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) > [Mobile](https://www.trendhunter.com/mobile) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Mobile Learning:** The trend of taking college classes via mobile phones is disrupting traditional education models and creating opportunities for mobile learning platforms. - **Accessible Education:** The availability of free classes via cell phones is disrupting the traditional notion of paid tuition and making education more accessible to a wider range of individuals. - **Social Media Education:** The use of social media tools for education, such as offering classes via mobile phones, is revolutionizing the way educational institutions reach and engage with students. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Technology:** The technology industry has the opportunity to develop innovative mobile learning platforms to support the trend of taking college classes via cell phones. - **Education:** The education industry can explore new models of providing accessible and affordable education through mobile learning platforms and free class offerings. - **Telecommunications:** The telecommunications industry can capitalize on the trend by providing reliable and fast connection services for mobile learning, ensuring seamless access to educational content. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Music App Learning Courses](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spotify-courses.md) - [Curated Learning Pathways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/notclass1.md) - [Omni-Education Learning Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bytesized-app.md) - [Text-Based Microlearning Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microlearning1.md) - [Transformational Cell Phone Tools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cell-phone-tools.md) - [Broadcast TV Cellphones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lava-and-hmd.md) - [Collaborative Smart Education Projects](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/smart-education-project.md) - [Anime-inspired Language Programs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/duolingo-and-crunchyroll.md) - [Social Mobile Phone Plans](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/heimobile.md)