ERIC Number: EJ864508
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2010
Pages: 12
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Impacts of Mobile Computing on Student Learning in the University: A Comparison of Course Assessment Data
Hawkes, Mark; Hategekimana, Claver
Journal of Educational Technology Systems, v38 n1 p63-74 2009-2010
This study focuses on the impact of wireless, mobile computing tools on student assessment outcomes. In a campus-wide wireless, mobile computing environment at an upper Midwest university, an empirical analysis is applied to understand the relationship between student performance and Tablet PC use. An experimental/control group comparison of mobile computing enabled learning outcomes in selected courses showed that the integration of wireless technology and highly functional computing tools did not have a negative effect on student assessment results. Out of the four courses evaluated, none of the revealed test scores were statistically different between non-using and mobile computer using groups, indicating no negative impacts of the introduction of ubiquitous technology into the classroom. A freshman-level college math course showed statistically significantly positive differences in course assessment scores when mobile computing was implemented over the same timeline. Results are discussed. (Contains 1 table.)
Descriptors: Control Groups, Academic Achievement, Data Analysis, Scores, Comparative Analysis, Experimental Groups, College Mathematics, Educational Technology, Computer Assisted Instruction, Technology Integration, Handheld Devices, Computer System Design, Student Evaluation, College Students, College Instruction, Instructional Effectiveness
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Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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