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An M-Learning Maturity Model For The Educational Sector, Muasaad Alrasheedi, Luiz Fernando Capretz Jan 2014

An M-Learning Maturity Model For The Educational Sector, Muasaad Alrasheedi, Luiz Fernando Capretz

Luiz Fernando Capretz

Educational institutions are increasingly becoming interested in adopting alternative technologies as a mode for imparting education. Mobile technologies are considered to be the next frontier as they have the capability to provide high-quality learning experiences, and satisfy the increasing demand for mobility and flexibility. In view of the ubiquitous presence of mobile technology and the immense opportunities, there are favorable indications that the technology would be introduced as the next generation of learning platforms. The adoption of M-learning also has its challenges. A lack of a comprehensive assessment and evaluation methodology is seen as one of the major roadblocks in …


A Meta-Analysis Of Critical Success Factors Affecting Mobile Learning, Luiz Fernando Capretz, Muasaad Alrasheedi Jan 2014

A Meta-Analysis Of Critical Success Factors Affecting Mobile Learning, Luiz Fernando Capretz, Muasaad Alrasheedi

Luiz Fernando Capretz

Considering the popularity and ubiquitous nature of mobile phones, the acceptance of m-Learning in educational institutions is limited. While several studies have reviewed m-Learning platforms, different settings and contexts make it difficult to collate these studies and discover the key factors for the successful adoption of m-Learning platform. This study uses meta-analysis technique to compare results from multiple studies assessing the critical m-Learning success factors. We find that learners perceive collaboration opportunities and anytime-anywhere learning possibility as the key benefits of m-Learning. Further, good content presented in a user friendly way is a primary expectation from an m-Learning application.


Media Usage Survey: How Engineering Instructors And Students Use Media, Gerd Gidion, Luiz Fernando Capretz, Ken Meadows, Michael Gr Jan 2014

Media Usage Survey: How Engineering Instructors And Students Use Media, Gerd Gidion, Luiz Fernando Capretz, Ken Meadows, Michael Gr

Luiz Fernando Capretz

Web 2.0 has ubiquitously penetrated academia. The dissemination of online information services in higher education has led to substantial changes in faculty teaching methods as well as the learning and study behavior of students. For example, the use of online services, such as Google and Wikipedia, has become mandatory not only during teaching and learning activities but also during leisure time for students and faculty. At the same time, traditional information media such as textbooks and printed handouts still form the basic pillars of teaching and learning. This article explains the preliminary results of a survey about media usage in …