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Applying Andragogical Principles To Texting-Based Learning (Short Message Service–Sms) In Higher Education, Janet K. Talbott
Applying Andragogical Principles To Texting-Based Learning (Short Message Service–Sms) In Higher Education, Janet K. Talbott
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Texting-based learning courses may be the next technology advancement in higher education institutions. This study investigated the efficiency of the process of texting to conduct college and university level courses using a cell phone or smartphone. The innovative research of existing technology on the cell phone and texting, also known as short messaging service (SMS), established a way to reach the underserved students or geographically remotely located students or students preferring texting-based learning to traditional or online courses. Andragogy, the theory of adult learning, and the learning contract using KUSAVI, an acronym, for knowledge, understanding, skills, attitudes, values, and interest …