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Using mobile learning tools in higher education: A UAE Case
International Journal of Interactive Mobile Technologies
  • Jenny Eppard, Zayed University
  • Zeina Hojeij, Zayed University
  • Pinar Ozdemir-Ayber, Zayed University
  • Marlieke Rodjan-Helder, Zayed University
  • Sandra Baroudi, Zayed University
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
1-1-2019
Abstract

© International Association of Online Engineering. Research indicates that mobile learning (ML), has the potential to transform teaching and learning. Despite its benefits, mobile learning adoption is a challenging process which requires support to facilitate its integration. The focus of this article is to investigate the factors that could affect ML acceptance. The quantitative and qualitative data collected from the surveys revealed additional information regarding the pedagogical benefits of and obstacles to mobile learning integration. Even though participants in this study reported to be late adopters of technology, they maintained that ML is useful for learning, specifically ubiquitous learning. Teachers also noted that mobile learning integration is more successful when aligned with local cultural norms. Mobile learning tools that might be culturally appropriate in one context may not always be accepted in another. Findings of this study provide several implications and recommendations for future research on mobile learning implementation. Further research could explore the development and utilization of a rubric with specific criteria for evaluating mobile learning applictations.

Publisher
International Association of Online Engineering
Disciplines
Keywords
  • Higher education,
  • iPad initiative,
  • M-adoption,
  • Mobile learning
Scopus ID
85077890780
Creative Commons License
Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International
Indexed in Scopus
Yes
Open Access
Yes
Open Access Type
Gold: This publication is openly available in an open access journal/series
Citation Information
Jenny Eppard, Zeina Hojeij, Pinar Ozdemir-Ayber, Marlieke Rodjan-Helder, et al.. "Using mobile learning tools in higher education: A UAE Case" International Journal of Interactive Mobile Technologies Vol. 13 Iss. 11 (2019) p. 51 - 69 ISSN: <a href="https://v2.sherpa.ac.uk/id/publication/issn/1865-7923" target="_blank">1865-7923</a>
Available at: http://works.bepress.com/zeina-hojeij/5/