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Key considerations for implementing mobile learning in resource-constrained nations: A scoping review
Interactive learning environments, Vol.33(3), pp.1911-1928
2024
Abstract
This study initially undertook a scoping review of mobile Computer-Supported Collaborative Learning (mCSCL) to determine the characteristics, and methodologies of the reviewed studies, and its benefits and challenges in resource-constrained nations. Online databases yielded no related articles on mCSCL in resource-constrained countries from 2007 to 2023. Nevertheless, 32 papers centred on mobile learning (m-learning) in resource-constrained countries were identified. Findings from the research questions encompass the theoretical framework used, the study context, sample size, and research design of the reviewed articles; and the benefits, and challenges of m-learning in resource-constrained countries. Implications for future m-learning and mCSCL studies in resource-constrained countries are considered. These include focussing on the benefits of m-learning as a basis to foster its implementation in the region, while providing adequate measures to mitigate its challenges, potential areas for investigation, such as research situated in resource-constrained countries in South American and Eastern Europe and research on aspects of m-learning such as mCSCL, more strategically focussed research interventions utilising available mobile infrastructure in developing countries, studies grounded in established theoretical frameworks and seminal studies on research methodology to inform research design.
Details
- Title
- Key considerations for implementing mobile learning in resource-constrained nations: A scoping review
- Authors/Creators
- Ugochi Ukamaka UgwuNatasha Anne Rappa - Murdoch University, School of EducationKevin Wong - Murdoch University, Centre for Water, Energy and Waste
- Publication Details
- Interactive learning environments, Vol.33(3), pp.1911-1928
- Publisher
- Routledge as part of the Taylor and Francis Group
- Identifiers
- 991005707256407891
- Copyright
- © 2024 The Author(s).
- Murdoch Affiliation
- School of Information Technology; Centre for Water, Energy and Waste; School of Education
- Resource Type
- Journal article
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