Mobile Learning Application Research Articles

Adopting Mobile Assisted Language Learning to Improve Digital Literacy in the Era of Society 5.0

The industrial and social development from Industry 4.0 to Society 5.0 has brought many challenges, especially regarding the low quality of human resources, which can be overcome by increasing digital literacy. In order to support the programs conducted by the Indonesian government in increasing digital literacy, this study aims to propose the concept of digital literacy learning, especially in digital consumption through portable devices, by adopting the concept of mobile assisted language learning (MALL). The focus of this study is on increasing digital literacy among higher education students as digital literacy is crucial in supporting their learning process and future self-development. The design process of MALL is carried out using the Design Thinking approach. The research respondents were Business and IT students from BINUS Semarang. The research resulted in the concept of a mobile device-based pocket dictionary application for digital literacy learning. Furthermore, the prototype can be developed into a mobile app on the Android platform and web pages that can be accessed anytime and anywhere. Further research can be conducted to provide alternative solutions related to the same issue by using other methods such as Design Sprint and Agile development.

Elementary School Students: A Practical Situation Analysis of an Ethnomathematics Learning Mobile Application

Elementary School Students: A Practical Situation Analysis of an Ethnomathematics Learning Mobile Application

RORY'S MATHEMATICS ADVENTURE'S (ROMAAD) MOBILE GAME-BASED LEARNING APPLICATION: AN EVALUATION OF USABILITY

Literature reviews suggested that the teachers should try to incorporate digital teaching method such as game-based learning to improve the students’ mathematics skills. In order to investigate and further enhance the suggestion to incorporate game-based learning into the teaching and learning process, a mobile game-based learning application named Rory's Math Adventure (ROMAAD) was designed and developed based on the Year 4 mathematics syllabus. ROMAAD is expected to help reinforce computational thinking skills as well as to motivate students to do more mathematical practices at anytime and anywhere. The mobile game-based learning application’s usability was evaluated prior to the implementation to the real environment. This article presents the results of the usability evaluation of the developed application. A total of 37 Year 4 children from a national primary school participated in this usability evaluation. A questionnaire, adapted from Lund’s (2011) USE questionnaire and Questionnaire for User Interface Satisfaction (QUIS) (1987) was employed as the instrument in this usability evaluation. The usability evaluation was carried out based on 5 constructs; ease of use, ease of learning, consistency, information structure, and design and satisfaction. Overall, the outcomes of this study revealed that the majority of respondents found the ROMAAD to be simple to use and learn, and that they were delighted to engage it to enhance their problem-solving computational thinking skills. ROMAAD is thought to be highly useful in reinforcing skills, and it is intended to inspire learners to practice mathematical problem-solving at any time and any place.

Pengembangan Aplikasi Mobile Learning Berbasis Augmented Reality Materi Bangun Ruang

The purpose of this research is to develop and conduct a feasibility test of mobile learning applications based on augmented reality materials. The benefit of this research is knowing the steps taken in developing the application. The research method used is research and development (R&D) with a quantitative descriptive research approach with a questionnaire as a data collection technique. The stages of research and development are in accordance with the theory put forward by Borg & Gall. This study focuses on the application development section which consists of two stages. The first stage is the initial trial to create content and application views. The second stage is the feasibility of the application according to linguists, materials and media experts. The results of the study show that the overall average feasibility of this mobile learning media is 85.4% with the interpretation of "Very Good". The results of the overall assessment of the feasibility of this mobile learning language are 78.8% with the interpretation of "Good". The results of the overall average assessment of this mobile learning media material are 79.7% with the interpretation of "Good". Based on the results of the media feasibility test, it can be concluded that the resulting ABRAR mobile learning, Spatial Animation with Augmented Reality fulfills the good criteria and is suitable for use as a learning medium for geometric material.
 
 Keywords: application, augmented reality, building space, learning media, mobile learning.

MAC-based Artificial Neural network for voice command recognition

Artificial neural networks are one of the most popular families of machine learning algorithms of this decade. Although they exist since the middle of the last century, until recent years with the improvement of technology, they are being widely used in fields such as character, image, and voice recognition. There is a large number of works implementing neural networks for speech recognition; however, the approach has usually been for operation on a personal computer, which is not suitable for mobile applications. This article presents a neural network for voice command recognition, implemented in a compact FPGA card with low computational resources. In addition, it uses a multiplication and accumulation unit, called MAC, with which it achieves a smaller size and higher speed. This paper will be of interest to students or researchers working on machine learning mobile applications.

SentiTAM: Sentiments centered integrated framework for mobile learning adaptability in higher education

Online communities provide facilities to share public opinions and or sentiments on a wide range of subjects, from routine topics to vital issues of critical interest. Nowadays, many higher education institutions (HEIs) recognize the value of students' sentiments and evaluate users' concerns for the successful adaptation of mobile learning applications (MLAs). While digital learning has been extensively studied previously, little has been known about why MLA is underutilized. Therefore, this study extends the literature by proposing the SentiTAM model underlying technology acceptance model (TAM), and students' sentiments on MLA platforms. A self-administered cross-sectional survey of 350 MLA users' data was analyzed through structural equation modeling (SEM) using the AMOS package program. In addition, we have performed sentiment analysis on students' opinions gathered through Google discussion forums and Twitter. The results show that MLA use intention is strongly influenced by sentiments and self-motivation, while perceived usefulness and perceived ease of use directly influence MLA usage. To the best of our knowledge, this study is the first attempt in MLA that investigates several vital factors, including sentiments as a multi-perspective tool and motivational factors with core constructs of TAM. The findings assist developing countries make smart decisions about how to use MLA with emerging technology.

Pengembangan Aplikasi Mobile Learning Berbasis Augmented Reality Materi Bangun Ruang

Mobile learning as an alternative to today's adaptive learning services by the development of science and technology offers convenience, speed, flexibility, and attractiveness. In addition, the use of learning media is increasingly diverse and interactive, one of which is currently emerging is the use of augmented reality (AR) technology. It is necessary to develop a mobile learning application based on augmented reality for the material contained in the Mathematics Education II course at the PGSD FKIP Study Program at the Open University so that the material is easy to understand. The formulation of the research problem is how to develop the application. The purpose of this research is to develop to conduct a feasibility test of the application. The benefit of this research is knowing the steps taken in developing the application. The research method used is research and development (R&D) with a quantitative descriptive research approach with a questionnaire as a data collection technique. The stages of research and development are by the theory proposed by Borg & Gall. This research focuses on the application development section which consists of two stages. The first stage is the initial trial to create the content and appearance of the application. The second stage is the feasibility of the application according to language, material, and media experts. The results of this study are the quality and feasibility of a mobile learning application based on augmented reality building materials.
 
 Keywords: mobile learning, augmented reality, application, learning media, geometry

Development of the Android-Based Mobile Application 'Mywheel Alignment' for Wheel Alignment Topics in Automotive Technology Courses at Vocational Colleges

This study was conducted to develop an android-based mobile application Mywheel Alignment for the topic of wheel alignment in the Automotive Technology course at the Vocational College. This study involves the approach of constructivism theory and cognitive theory of multimedia learning in the foundation of application construction to help create effective alternative learning features. The Mywheel Alignment application is a learning support resource that features the main multimedia elements such as text, graphics, animation, audio, and video to help improve mastery of the topic of wheel alignment interactively. Thus the design used is product development while the development process follows the ADDIE model which includes aspects of analysis, design, development, implementation, and evaluation. This study uses a qualitative design through a semi-structured interview method involving five experts who have experience and expertise to carry out the evaluation and determine the usability of the application. The data obtained from the interview results were analyzed using the content analysis method to construct codes and interview themes. The findings of the study show that all respondents agree on the pedagogy and curriculum of Automotive Technology, the use of language as well as multimedia and techniques used in the MyWheel Alignment application. Data analysis of students was also done by using a questionnaire to obtain feedback from real users involving 25 Automotive Technology Diploma students at the Vocational College. This android-based mobile concept learning application can provide benefits and added value to users in line with the advancement of educational technology to produce more quality Vocational College graduates towards meeting the needs of the industry in line with the vision and mission of the Malaysian Ministry of Education.

PENGEMBANGAN MEDIA PEMBELAJARAN MOBILE LEARNING "NUMET" UNTUK MENINGKATKAN KEMAMPUAN NUMERASI SISWA SEKOLAH DASAR

Numerical ability is an ability that is measured in the Minimum Competency Assessment. If we look at the results of PISA, the numeracy skills of Indonesian students are still at a low level compared to other countries. These problems need to find a solution if we want to improve the quality of our education. Learning based on mobile learning applications is an alternative, where with this application students can study anywhere. Then a learning media based on Mobile Learning Numeracy will be developed called "NuMet" which is expected to help students improve their numeracy skills. The purpose of this study was to find out whether the NuMet application developed was effective and practical in helping students improve their numeracy skills. The research method used in this research is the Research and Development (R&D) ADDIE model. Then, to find out the effectiveness of NuMet, it was analyzed by using the Paired Sample t-Test. The Numet product developed was declared valid by experts, then the NuMet application was effective in improving elementary school students' mathematical numeracy skills, this can be seen from the sig (2-tailed) value of 0.000 <0.05. As for practicality, the average practicality score is 75.67, so the developed NuMet is practical with good criteria. The implication of this research is that the results of developing the NuMet application can assist teachers in improving students' numeracy skills in order to face the minimum competency assessment.

Casual Learn: A linked data-based mobile application for learning about local Cultural Heritage

This paper presents Casual Learn, an application that proposes ubiquitous learning tasks about Cultural Heritage. Casual Learn exploits a dataset of 10,000 contextualized learning tasks that were semiautomatically generated out of open data from the Web. Casual Learn offers these tasks to learners according to their physical location. For example, it may suggest describing the characteristics of the Gothic style when passing by a Gothic Cathedral. Additionally, Casual Learn has an interactive mode where learners can geo-search the tasks available. Casual Learn has been successfully used to support three pilot studies in two secondary-school institutions. It has also been awarded by the regional government and an international research conference. This made Casual Learn to appear in several regional newspapers, radios, and TV channels.

Investigation of educational mathematics mobile applications (EMMAs) with multi-criteria decision-making methods: A TOPSIS algorithm implementation

The number and variety of educational mathematics mobile applications (EMMAs) make it difficult to select mobile applications for mathematics learning and teaching. Therefore, in this study, multi-criteria decision-making (MCDM) techniques, which are effectively used in a wide variety of disciplines, were applied to choose among alternative applications according to specified criteria. In this context, it was aimed to determine which of the 13 considered EMMAs that work on Android-based tools and were proposed by experts according to certain features were most effective with the help of the TOPSIS algorithm, one of the popular MCDM methods. The results obtained from an evaluation using 10 criteria (4 evaluator-independent, 6 evaluator-dependent) were analysed with MATLAB. As a result, the Desmos: Graphing Calculator application was found to rank first among the 13 EMMAs in order of importance. Considering the results obtained, it can be said that the use of MCDM techniques in such decision problems can facilitate the work of decision-makers.

Development of Mobile Learning Applications (MLA) Electromagnetic Induction Based on PjBL to Improve Students’ Critical Thinking Skills

Efforts Mobile or smartphone is one of the most strategic media used in 21st-century learning. This study aims to develop Mobile Learning Applications (MLA) Electromagnetic Induction Based on PjBL that are valid for physics learning in high school and improve the critical thinking skills of high school students on electromagnetic induction material. The method used in this research is Research and Development. Media development is carried out by referring to the ADDIE development model which consists of five stages of the development process, namely: Analyze; Design; Develop; Implement and Evaluate. The results of the electromagnetic induction MLA validity test by experts are in the very good category, as well as the results of the media implementation trials for teachers are in the very good category. The results of the trial implementation of the media to students were in a good category and the results of the N-gain test experienced an increase in the average N-gain score from pretest to post-test by 0.45 or 45% were in the medium category. Thus, it can be concluded that the development of Mobile Learning Applications (MLA) Electromagnetic Induction Based on PjBL which was carried out in this study was valid for physics learning in high school and could improve the critical thinking skills of high school students.

Pengembangan Aplikasi Math Mobile Learning “Smartline” Menggunakan Adobe Animate pada Materi Garis dan Sudut Di Tingkat SMP

This study aims to design, develop, and produce media products in the form of math mobile learning applications assisted by Adobe Animate software about lines and angles that meet the criteria of validity and media practicality so that the media can be applied in the learning process of lines and angles. The type of research used is research and development (Research and Development) which refers to the ADDIE model. The stages of developing this model include Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation. 35 students of class VII MTs NU Raudlatus Shibyan were the subjects of this study. The data collection instruments were material expert validation sheets, media experts, and user response questionnaire sheets. The results of the development research are: (1) the results of the validation of material experts and media experts produce media validity in the "Very Valid" category and a validity score of 82.5 and 83.5 respectively; (2) the results of limited trials and the field gave results of "Very Practical" in the practicality category and the scores were respectively 85.2 and 85.43333333. Based on the validity and practicality scores of the media, the learning media in the form of a mobile learning math application using Adobe Animate software is feasible to be applied as a learning media for class VII mathematics about lines and angles.

Small Scale Trials: Implementation of Mobile Learning Applications for Badminton Materials

This study aims to determine the results of small-scale trials of research products, namely mobile learning applications for basic badminton techniques. This research is a continuation of previous research, namely the research product has been validated by experts and then in the next stage, namely conducting product trials on a small scale. Respondents in this study were 14 students of the Physical and Health Education Study Program, Faculty of Teaching and Education, Sriwijaya University. Small-scale trials are carried out by displaying mobile learning applications while learning takes place. This research is research and development by adopting Borg & Gall's theory only to small-scale trials. Based on the results of small-scale trials implementing mobile learning applications, namely 85.6% in the feasible category. The implication of this research is that mobile learning application research products are suitable for use for learning because they can be downloaded without being constrained by time and space.

Development of an m-learning application for postgraduate university students

The advancement in the field of mobile computing has introduced many new research topics, one of them being mobile learning. Mobile learning or “m-learning” plays an important role in education nowadays. It could provide fast access to any learning site and resources without limited time and space. This paper describes the development of a mobile learning application, focusing on a course offered at Razak Faculty of Technology and Informatics, Universiti Teknologi Malaysia, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, named Research Methodology. The method used in this research is the application development approach using ADDIE (Analysis, Design, Development, Implementation, and Evaluation). This mobile learning application (app) enables the students to access the research methodology notes and slides, at the same time providing a user interface that is friendly for the user. The application is also a modular platform where the course content can be edited by anyone without coding knowledge. It can be concluded that the m-learning application will become one of the main options for learning in the future.

Mobile Learning: Programação Mobile MIT App Inventor – uma experiência realizada no Ensino Superior Cabo-verdiano

Este artigo pretende relatar uma experiência de integração de novas metodologias de aprendizagem de programação no ensino superior, a qual foi efetivada durante o ano letivo de 2016-2017, na Universidade de Cabo Verde. Participaram neste estudo duas turmas do 1º ano do curso de engenharia eletrotécnica. Os estudantes da turma experimental utilizaram, para o efeito, diferentes aplicativos móveis para a aprendizagem de programação, o que lhes permitiu trabalhar tanto dentro como fora da sala de aula. De entre estas várias aplicações utilizadas, o MIT App Inventor destacou-se como uma ferramenta de eleição para as diferentes atividades realizadas para aprendizagem de programação, quer em regime individual, quer em dinâmicas colaborativas. No presente trabalho apresenta – se as principais utilizações desta ferramenta ao longo do referido ano letivo, na unidade curricular de “Introdução à programação” descrevendo algumas das aplicações desenvolvidas pelos respetivos estudantes, anunciando ainda outras aplicações utilizadas.

The Development of An Integrated Exercise Module for Basic Arabic Language Through Mobile Learning Application: A Need Analysis

In tandem with the development of technology, the use of multimedia in language learning is one of the best alternatives to make Arabic language learning more productive, effective and communicative. The use of multimedia applications has the potential to help students improve their mastery of the Arabic language, especially listening and speaking skills. However, teaching and learning Arabic language at UiTM are mainly focusing on the conventional methods where lecturers are utilizing textbook as the primary teaching resource. Some educators refuse to take advantage of technology in teaching because of the lack of multimedia learning materials and resources. Furthermore, the multimedia-based teaching materials that are currently available are not designed based on an appropriate instructional design approach which makes these educational materials irrelevant to the real needs of students. Therefore, the aim of this paper is to identify the problems and the needs of third language Arabic students at UiTM towards the development of an integrated exercise module for basic Arabic language through mobile learning application. This study is a survey based on a quantitative approach that uses a set of questionnaires as a research instrument. This questionnaire was distributed to 79 students out of 280 students who took Arabic as a third language at UiTM Shah Alam. Descriptive statistics were used to analyze this quantitative data. The findings revealed that most students agreed that learning Arabic in UiTM is only focused on the use of Arabic textbooks and the exercises provided in the books are not enough for them to master what they had learned. As a result, the students expressed the necessity of utilizing the additional multimedia learning materials in the classroom, not only to improve their Arabic language proficiency but also to perform well in tests and assignments.

The effects of the superstar learning system on learning interest, attitudes, and academic achievements.

The COVID-19 pandemic has contributed to the production of a mobile learning app--the Superstar Learning System. Designed by Superstar Company, the Superstar Learning System is a mobile application for curriculum learning assisted with PPTs, knowledge dissemination, and management sharing based on micro-service architecture. To identify the effects of the Superstar Learning System, we randomly selected 71 tertiary students to participate in the study. The data were obtained through three research instruments: a scale to measure learning interest, a scale to measure learning attitudes, and a scale to measure academic achievements. Based on the analysis of a Mann-Whitney U test, it was concluded that the Superstar Learning System could: (1) enhance significantly more learning interest than the multimedia projecting system, (2) cultivate significantly more positive attitudes of students than the multimedia projecting system, and (3) lead to significantly better academic achievements than the multimedia projecting system. In the future, interdisciplinary cooperation, involving statistics, computer sciences, education, linguistics, and related disciplines, is necessary to arrive at solid conclusions.

Developing mobile language learning applications: a systematic literature review

Developing mobile language learning applications: a systematic literature review

The Acceptability of Developing Mobile Learning Applications for Easy Access to Electronic Learning Modules: A Technology Acceptance Model Approach

The Acceptability of Developing Mobile Learning Applications for Easy Access to Electronic Learning Modules: A Technology Acceptance Model Approach