Using mobile technologies in distance learning: A Scoping Review
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https://doi.org/10.57125/ELIJ.2024.03.25.01Keywords:
mobile learning, m-learning, higher education, on-site learningAbstract
The technical capabilities of mobile devices today make it possible to use them in the educational process. High-speed Internet and the capabilities of mobile applications allow students to have access to the necessary information at a convenient time for them. The purpose of the systematic review was the analysis and synthesis of publications on the topic of using mobile learning. In the course of the work, 34 publications of original research were analyzed, which were selected according to the requirements for narrative reviews. The search for sources for the review was carried out on the Scopus and Web of Science platforms, and specific keywords were used: mobile learning, "m-learning", "higher education", "on-site learning". For review, we selected only articles from 2019-2024. In this way, we got acquainted with the issues of introducing mobile learning into the educational process today. According to the results: the issue of the impact of mobile learning was studied by scientists most often and accounted for 43% of the studied literature sources. The issue of students' perception of mobile learning in the publications we studied accounted for 23%, in 19% the goals that were set during the implementation of mobile learning were studied. In 10.5%, experts determined the factors that affect the success of mobile learning, and 5% of the publications contained information about the devices that are used when using mobile educational applications. To systematize the studied literature, we used the program PRISMA Conclusions. The use of mobile learning improves academic success, reduces anxiety and cognitive load, improves motivation and satisfaction with learning.
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