This article considers the growing amount of research on using mobile technologies in edu- cation. As mobile devices become increasingly more prevalent, it is imperative to study their use and effect on the growing field of distance educa- tion. This brief review of existing literature indi- cates that traditional theories of learning, in both traditional and distance settings, are relevant and applicable to mobile learning, and that mobile de- vices can be brought thoughtfully into pedagogy at the distance level. Flexibility, portability, and accessibility contribute to an overall positive im- pression on students, while faculty concerns can be met with appropriate training and tailoring to the various teaching and learning styles present in distance education. Student and faculty expec- tations of a mobile-integrated distance education experience will continue to grow, while teaching and learning should thrive in this increasingly more connected environment.