Impacts of Mobile Computing on Student Learning in the University: A Comparison of Course Assessment Data
Outlet Title
Journal of Educational Technology Systems
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
12-2009
Abstract
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.
Recommended Citation
Hawkes, Mark and Hategekimana, Claver P., "Impacts of Mobile Computing on Student Learning in the University: A Comparison of Course Assessment Data" (2009). Research & Publications. 9.
https://scholar.dsu.edu/edpapers/9