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Insights into Persuasive Technology for M-Learning Using Activity Theory
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Sibanyoni, Nhlanhla A.; Alexander, Patricia M. – International Association for Development of the Information Society, 2018
In theory, educational applications that are engaging and motivating should easily persuade learners to use a mobile device for studying. Since this technology is already familiar to learners, mobile learning should be easily accessible; given a suitable m-learning application, learners could practice mathematics anytime or anywhere. LevelUp is an…
Descriptors: Foreign Countries, Electronic Learning, Technology Uses in Education, Handheld Devices
Assessing the Potential of LevelUp as a Persuasive Technology for South African Learners
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Sibanyoni, Nhlanhla A.; Alexander, Patricia M. – International Association for Development of the Information Society, 2017
Good study behaviour after school hours is an important way of improving learners' chances of success. Learners, once they reach high school, particularly require support that will assist them to study effectively outside the classroom. South African schools are under pressure to improve results in mathematics but besides the homework that schools…
Descriptors: Mathematics Instruction, Handheld Devices, Telecommunications, Case Studies