Abstract
People take their mobile phones everywhere they go. In Saudi Arabia, the mobile penetration is very high and students use their phones for different reasons in the classroom. The use of mobile devices in classroom triggers an alert of the impact it might have on students’ learning. This study investigates the association between the use of mobile phones during classroom and the learners’ performance and satisfaction. Results showed that students get distracted, and that this diversion of their attention is reflected in their academic success. However, this is not applicable for all. Some students received high scores even though they declared using mobile phones in classroom, which triggers a request for a deeper study.
Highlights
The relation between the advancements in digital technology and education on one hand, and economic strength of a nation on the other hand is undeniable
This study investigates the association between the use of mobile phones during classroom and the learners’ performance and satisfaction
The multiple regression analysis examined the relationship between academic performance and satisfaction of students from one side, and the use of mobile phones in the classroom
Summary
The relation between the advancements in digital technology and education on one hand, and economic strength of a nation on the other hand is undeniable. Mobile users are increasing in number every day and the uses of mobile devices are almost interfering with most activities in our lives. People take their mobile phones everywhere they go. Students are using their mobile phones during classroom for different reasons, viewing lecture slides for instance They might use it for other activities such as social networking. Regardless what they are using it for, the use of mobile devices in classroom triggers an alert of the impact it might have on students’ learning. This study investigates the association between the use of mobile phones during classroom and the learners’ performance and satisfaction
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