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The effective use of smartphones for teaching and learning among undergraduates in higher institutions

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  • Bukelwa Mbinda

    (Durban University of Technology, South Africa)

  • Sam Erevbenagie Usadolo

    (Durban University of Technology, South Africa)

  • Itumeleng Judith Maome

    (Durban University of Technology, South Africa)

Abstract

This study examines the efficacy of using smartphones for teaching and learning in higher education, with a particular emphasis on undergraduates and blended learning. It is vital to investigate how cellphones, favored by Generation Z and Millennials, might improve academic achievement because the COVID-19 epidemic required a change from traditional teaching approaches to accommodate remote and online learning. The scholarly article explores smartphones' potential as an effective teaching and learning aid by conducting a theoretical investigation. Understanding how these tools can promote learning outcomes is crucial given the prevalence of smartphones and our escalating reliance on digital technologies. This systematic literature review aims to shed light on the potential benefits and challenges associated with integrating smartphones into the educational process for undergraduate students within the Higher Institutional learning environment of the University of Technology (UoT). Drawing upon peer-reviewed articles and studies published from early 2020 to the present, the review critically examines the advantages and drawbacks of smartphone usage, investigates undergraduate preferences, and assesses the implications for teaching and learning methodologies. The findings of this study provide valuable insights into the efficacy of smartphones in enhancing teaching and learning outcomes, emphasizing their positive impact on student engagement, academic achievement, and overall satisfaction within blended learning environments. The review offers practical recommendations for educators to promote greater student engagement by prioritizing individual needs and leveraging digital resources to foster creativity and innovation.

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  • Bukelwa Mbinda & Sam Erevbenagie Usadolo & Itumeleng Judith Maome, 2024. "The effective use of smartphones for teaching and learning among undergraduates in higher institutions," International Journal of Business Ecosystem & Strategy (2687-2293), Bussecon International Academy, vol. 6(3), pages 242-251, July.
  • Handle: RePEc:adi:ijbess:v:6:y:2024:i:3:p:242-251
    DOI: 10.36096/ijbes.v6i3.517
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