Exploratory investigation of student attitudes toward technology based on Wi-Fi usage Online publication date: Mon, 15-Sep-2008
by Yong Lu, A. Rao Korukonda
International Journal of Mobile Learning and Organisation (IJMLO), Vol. 2, No. 3, 2008
Abstract: The purpose of this study was to investigate how college students use Wi-Fi technology and to address relative benefits and barriers of Wi-Fi in student mobile learning. This research combined qualitative and quantitative research methods and the participants were college students. Preliminary findings indicated students who used the Wi-Fi in class held significantly more positive attitudes toward this technology compared to students who had not yet used it. No significant differences were found between graduate students and undergraduate students. The study also found that Wi-Fi technology can promote student-centred learning in five areas: mobility, learning environment, flexibility, collaboration, and communication.
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