M-learning In Education Research Articles

Impact of Mobile Learning on Self-Regulated Learning Abilities of Higher Education Students

This study examines the influence of mobile learning (m-learning) on the self-regulated learning skills of college students using the Z-number AROMAN decision-making approach. The rapid integration of mobile technologies into educational practices has transformed traditional learning environments, offering unprecedented opportunities to enhance student autonomy and engagement. This study introduces a novel method for evaluating complex and uncertain educational scenarios through the Z-number AROMAN decision-making process. This approach provides a robust framework for assessing various intricate aspects of self-regulated learning, including goal setting (GS), self-monitoring, and reflective practices. The study underscores the transformative potential of m-learning in education, underscoring the importance of leveraging such technology to foster student-centered learning environments. This study contributes to the body of literature on educational technology, offering valuable insights for educators, policymakers, and scholars seeking to effectively implement m-learning strategies to enhance student learning outcomes.

A bibliometric analysis of mobile learning in the education sector

PurposeThis study aims to contribute to literature on mobile learning (m-learning) by proposing four research clusters whereby scholars can expand m-learning research to facilitate effective learning experiences for students.Design/methodology/approachThis study reviews student-centric literature on m-learning since 2010 and presents insights on m-learning while applying well-established bibliometric techniques. Consequently, 722 articles published in the past decade were evaluated by identifying key research areas, most influential authors, countries, journals and organisations. Most influential studies based on number of citations were also examined.FindingsThrough article co-citation analysis, four clusters representing m-learning literature were identified: concept of m-learning, application of m-learning in education, designing framework for model learning/acceptance and emerging technologies.Originality/valueAs mobile learning (m-learning) has undergone an evolution from being an emerging field to a significant teaching and research tool, it is pertinent to explore and identify the trends of m-learning research.

Applications of Mobile Learning and Transactional Distance Theory in the Context of Higher Education during COVID-19 Pandemic

ABSTRACT Mobile learning, which can be performed through numerous applications that run on smartphones, personal digital assistants, and other devices, has played a major role in education, especially during under the restrictive conditions due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This paper is a review of literature of mobile learning efficiency in education. Some application of m-learning in education have shown extensive success. Mobile learning could meet with success in a suitable learning environment. The recently developed transactional distance theory focuses on three elements in the connection and involvement in the distance education environment, namely, the teacher, the student, and dialogue. The core of that theory is investigating the ways that the learner can progress to becoming a self-directed learner with the support of the teacher. Though there are advantages to m-learning, there are some disadvantages of m-learning such as technical, physical and health issues

GRADUATE STUDENTS’ ATTITUDES AND PERCEPTIONS TOWARDS MOBILE LEARNING AT KING KHALID UNIVERSITY (SAUDI ARABIA)

Mobile Learning (mLearning) has become an influential educational technology in higher education. With the internet and other technological developments, mLearning makes it possible for students to learn, collaborate, and share ideas with each other. However, mLearning student acceptance is critical to its effectiveness. Attitudes toward learning is a vital factor in deciding whether or not students are ready to use mLearning for academic purpose. Student attitudes may identify strengths and weaknesses of mLearning and facilitate development of the technology. This qualitative study aims to investigate graduate students’ attitudes and perceptions toward using mLearning in education. Data were collected by conducting interviews with fourteen graduate students enrolled in masters and doctoral programs in the College of Education at King Khalid University (KKU), Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Generally, graduate students in education disciplines had positive attitudes toward mLearning and expressed a desire to use it in their future educational settings. Students perceived mLearning to be valuable for academic purposes, noting the convenience of being able to access course materials, the ease of communicating with other students and professors at their own pace, and the flexibility mobile devices offer over desktop or laptop computers. However, students identified a few usability issues like small screen size and keyboards, and additional cost of mobile devices and the corresponding cost of Internet access as constraints for using mobile devices for learning.

Increasing Access, Social Inclusion, and Quality Through Mobile Learning

Mobile learning is part of a new learning landscape created by the availability of technologies and increasing digitization. As the use of mobile technology has increased worldwide, interest has grown in its potential for supporting flexible, accessible, and personalized education. As a result, higher education is facing a variety of challenges both now and in the coming decade (2020–2030) because of the continuing advances in technological development and digitization. Daily life, school, and work have become mobile. Moreover, the digitalized society fosters digital citizenship. Students entering higher education today have grown up using the internet and mobile devices. Universities need to offer a mix of face-to-face and online learning possibilities, such as open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC), which allow individuals to access education anywhere, anytime, and through any device. This article focuses on mobile learning (m-learning) in open learning educational contexts and quality enhancement in mobile learning in higher education. The article starts by defining mobile learning and the usefulness of m-learning in education, followed by some examples of mobile devices and a discussion of the principles of mobile learning. Examples of mobile learning design are then presented. Next, the advantages and uses of mobile learning in education are discussed. Because the issue of quality in e-learning and mobile learning is complex, this article focuses on course design, learning design, media design, and content. Additional dimensions of quality are security, accessibility, interactivity, flexibility, personalization, mobile devices, and their interfaces. Moreover, concepts such as personal learning and social innovation in relation to mobile learning are discussed. In the concluding section, future challenges are discussed.

The Use of iPad and Applications for English Language Education

This article examines the importance of the iPad use and presents numerous useful applications employed in the field of education, especially in the field of English language teaching and learning. This topic is of great importance as educators and students alike, these days, live in the digital era, which entails new technological advances that may positively benefit the instruction of varied school subjects. Additionally, the use of new technologies (e.g., iPad and educational applications) in the classroom setting may motivate and foster the acquisition of necessary twenty-first century abilities among students. With the aim of achieving the aforementioned objectives, first and foremost the role of digital technologies and m-learning in education is analyzed, since these two aspects have a direct relationship with the main topic of this work. In addition, a conceptualization and main characteristics of the iPad are provided. Then the use of this device in different educational settings at the international level is highlighted. Finally, the use of this device as a didactic tool in the language learning classroom is discussed and a selection of meaningful applications for English language teaching and learning is provided. As educators, in the digital era, is our responsibility to remain constantly updated to provide our students with an education aligned with the new technological advancements and, above all, to enrich their learning inside and outside the classroom. Consequently, this will promote a more autonomous and lifelong learning among our language students.

Mobile Learning in Malaysia: Advantages and Problems

Technology offers educators more effective and efficient ways to deliver knowledge. In this paper, we analyzed the benefits and challenges in implementing one type of technology, namely, Mobile Learning or M-Learning. A total of 10 downloaded journal articles published between 2002 and 2007 were reviewed. The results are discussed in terms of education and mobile technology, advantages of M-Learning in Education and problems in Integrating M-Learning in Education. Finally, future interventional studies are discussed.

M-learning in Education: Omani Undergraduate Students Perspective

The purpose of this research is to analyze and evaluate students’ knowledge and awareness about M-learning. This empirical study includes 56 university students from computer engineering and science departments in University of Sultan Qaboos. This study consists of two parts. The first part involved study overview presentation and students’ discussion about M-learning. The second part included survey study that consists of three phases: General information, M-learning knowledge and M-learning perception. Based on the study survey questions regarding the knowledge, acceptance and use of M-learning, the students respond are analyzed and evaluated. The study initial findings indicated good M-learning awareness and acceptance level and show students positive attitude that reflect students interesting in the use of mobile devices as learning tools.

M-LEARNING IN EDUCATION

Computers are still lab and class oriented but now as tablets and mobiles have an advanced technology, which is advancing day by day. Computers can be used for learning beyond classroom through mobile devices which leads to a more practical and logical learning. This is based on group learning which takes place through a mobile device. Most of the mobiles are based on android technology and support collaborative learning. Collaborative learning using mobile devices can make users to learn the particular subject or language through their mobile phones they can take test and result will be displayed after the test held, the notes and the details of the user will be stored in the database where space will be taken in the cloud which is used to store the data, it focus on collaborative learning and peer-review learning both are related concepts where they can share education resources and information and feedback can be taken by the students and result will be displayed . Client server system is used to provide for all these feature.

Adaptation of Mobile Learning in Higher Educational Institutions of Saudi Arabia

learning (m-learning) is a new learning approach, relatively new research concept, has become an emerging learning trend for education system with mobile devices, internet and wireless technologies. M-learning is the next generation of E-learning, which will provide easy access and wide availability to students with more collaborative learning opportunities and activities. This study aims to investigate the students' awareness of m-learning and its aspects, the adaptation of m-learning in education and the disclosure of m- learning services. Data was collected through the questionnaire, 300 under graduate students from various departments of Jazan University were participated successfully in this research. The results indicated that students have an adequate knowledge and awareness in m- learning and provided the strong evidence on readiness of students to accept mobile technologies for their learning process. This result also showed an indication of students' expectations towards university services via mobile phones in higher educational institutions.

Differences between m-learning (mobile learning) and e-learning, basic terminology and usage of m-learning in education

The need for usage of technologies which removes the boundaries of time and location increases day by day today when information and accession to information gains importance. Effect of mobile learning to education is an issue to be researched in order to provide lifelong learning. The fact that mobile devices are small and they have got with a lot of features despite their size increases interest for them. This increasing interest requires more study on these devices or causes the usage of these devices in more fields. The feature of mobile devices that enable educational atmosphere encourages individuals for their usage. Besides, it enables an educator who shares the information to contact more students independent of time and location with the usage of mobile devices in education. Mobile learning is explained in a detailed way in this study. Besides, the relation and differences between m-learning and e-learning are put forth with their details. On some important issues such as internet accession and usage status in Turkey, technological devices used in mobile learning and communication technologies are also studied.