Mobile Learning in Science and Mathematics Teaching

Abstract

This chapter, the authors analyze mobile learning literature addressing formal teaching situations in the field of science/mathematics education. The chapter describes a systematic review of relevant literature, investigating work published between 2005 and 2014. Based on the findings of this review, the results reveal that since 2009 interest in the academic community for research involving m-learning in science and mathematics teaching has intensified. An emphasis on the growing need for research involving m-learning at undergraduate levels is evident. The study notes positive reported results on the impact of m-learning in science and mathematics teaching, notably in assisting ease of learning, promoting student interest and collaborating with positive, motivating attitudes, encouraging meaningful commitment among students in learning activities.

Trends and Research on the Teaching and Learning of Mathematics in Higher Education Institutions Through Mobile Learning

“…Francisco Niño, Universidad de La Salle, Colombia* https://orcid.org/0000-0002-4610-2788 Sergio Gómez, Universidad de La Salle, Colombia https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8101-2537 by the academic community in science and mathematics education has been intensified (Almeida & Araújo, 2016).…”

“…Others have shown the effectiveness in the attitude and interest towards mathematics. For example, the findings off Hwang and Tsai (2011) and Almeida and Araújo (2016) see positive results in terms of interest, attitude, perception, and motivation towards mathematics with the use of mobile devices. It was also expected that its use had a significant impact on the student's learning domain.…”

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“…Atualmente, existem vários estudos acadêmicos que comprovam as potencialidades e os aspectos positivos do uso do celular de forma produtiva para a aprendizagem (Bano et al, 2018;Rocha Almeida & Araújo Jr., 2016). Como destacam Gouvêa e Pereira (2015), se por um lado temos leis que proíbem ou regulamentam esse uso, por outro lado temos perspectivas pedagógicas que consideram o celular como uma ferramenta a mais para os professores utilizarem em suas práticas pedagógicas O Estado de São Paulo proibiu, por meio da Lei nº 12.730 de 11 de outubro de 2007(Estado de São Paulo, 2007, o uso do celular na sala de aula.…”