Learning English via your mobile phone? That is the approach they are taking in China. In addition to using the radio to learn, those that have access to mobile phones can use them also to quickly improve their English skills.

A network in China is taking a distinctively different approach to teaching English. RTV China is offering a free course in colloquial English, and it is taking a more populist approach to teaching the class. Weekly one hour lessons on sports, dating, and other common subjects are broadcast on the radio throughout China. The lessons are then supported by daily SMS, as well as audio and video MMS featuring words and phrases for students to use.