Al-Hidabi, Dawood Abdulmalek Yahya and Saleh, Eissa Muhammad Ali and Saif, Hanan Abdu Farhan
(2023)
The extent of awareness of the importance of using Mobile Learning systems among students specializing in Educational Technology at Tiaz University in Yemen.
International Journal of Talent Development, Vol. 13 (No. 2).
pp. 58-78.
ISSN 2522-3836
E-ISSN 2415-4563
Abstract
Abstract
The aim of the research is to investigate the extent of awareness regarding the skills
of utilizing the Mobile Learning (M-Learning) system among students specializing in
Educational Technology at Taiz University. In order to achieve the research objective and
address its inquiries, a descriptive-analytical methodology was depending on this
methodology is used in the analysis and investigation of research phenomena. The research
sample comprised graduate students specializing in Educational Technology enrolled in the
master’s program at Taiz University for the academic year 2023/2024, totalling 63 male and
female students. A questionnaire was used as the data collection tool. Upon gathering and
statistically analysing the research data, the results indicated that the research sample
students possess awareness of the importance of mobile learning, with their awareness
primarily cantered around the fundamental skills of utilizing mobile learning. The results also
demonstrated a moderate level of awareness among students regarding their use of mobile
learning skills. Their mobile and smart device use is largely restricted to communication and
basic applications. However, there is a significant deficiency in their awareness of using
mobile devices to access information online, engage in online courses, attend virtual
conferences, and other skills available for students' educational and learning benefit. Several
suggestions were put forward by the students to enhance effective utilization of mobile
learning skills in education and learning. Among these suggestions were raising awareness
about mobile learning skills and organizing training courses to equip students with the ability
to employ mobile devices in the educational process. Consequently, a number of
recommendations were made, including the necessity of incorporating mobile learning as a
curriculum component for students, arranging training and awareness sessions on mobile
learning skills, fostering students' interest, and encouraging them to acquire mobile learning
skills. Additionally, the importance of being cognizant of the diverse uses of mobile learning
to keep up with contemporary developments was emphasized.
Keywords: Mobile Learning, Awareness of Mobile Learning Skills, Educational
Technology Students.
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