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Title: | The use of mobile learning technologies in primary education |
Other Titles: | Cognitive and affective perspectives on immersive technology in education |
Authors: | Camilleri, Mark Anthony Camilleri, Adriana Caterina |
Keywords: | Virtual reality in education Educational technology Computer-assisted instruction Education, Primary -- Audio-visual aids Cognitive learning Storytelling |
Issue Date: | 2020-05 |
Publisher: | IGI Global |
Citation: | Camilleri, M. A., & Camilleri, A. C. (2020). The use of mobile learning technologies in primary education. In R. Zheng (Ed.), Cognitive and Affective Perspectives on Immersive Technology in Education. IGI Global, Hershey, USA. |
Abstract: | This research explains the rationale behind the utilization of mobile learning technologies. It involves a qualitative study among children to better understand their opinions and perceptions toward the use of educational applications (apps) that are available on their mobile devices, including smartphones and tablets. The researchers organized semi-structured, face-to-face interview sessions with primary school students who were using mobile technologies at their primary school. The students reported that their engagement with the educational apps has improved their competencies. They acquired relational and communicative skills as they collaborated in teams. On the other hand, there were a few students who were not perceiving the usefulness and the ease of use of the educational apps on their mobile device. This study indicates that the research participants had different skillsets as they exhibited different learning abilities. In conclusion, this contribution opens-up avenues for future research in this promising field of study. |
URI: | https://www.um.edu.mt/library/oar/handle/123456789/50641 |
ISBN: | 9781799832508 |
Appears in Collections: | Scholarly Works - FacMKSCC |
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