
Towards a model for m-learning in Africa
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Tom H. Brown, University of Pretoria, South Africa
International Journal on E-Learning Volume 4, Number 3, ISSN 1537-2456 Publisher: Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE), Waynesville, NC USA
Abstract
Mobile learning (m-learning) is a natural extension of electronic learning (e-learning) and has the potential to make learning even more widely available and accessible than we are used to in existing e-learning environments. The role that communication and interaction plays in the learning process is a critical success factor. It is within this context that m-learning can contribute to the quality of education. It offers opportunities the optimization of interaction between lecturers and learners, among learners, and among members of communities of practice (COPs). Wireless and mobile technologies also make it possible to provide learning opportunities to learners that are either without infrastructure for access (example rural learners) or continually on the move (example business professionals). This article shares the latest developments regarding a m-learning project in Africa and proposes a model for the implementation of m-learning in higher education in developing countries.
Citation
Brown, T.H. (2005). Towards a model for m-learning in Africa. International Journal on E-Learning, 4(3), 299-315. Norfolk, VA: Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE). Retrieved July 1, 2022 from https://www.learntechlib.org/primary/p/5082/.
© 2005 Association for the Advancement of Computing in Education (AACE)
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