<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?> <article key="pdf/5288" mdate="2013-01-29 00:00:00"> <author>Conradie and P.W. and Lombard and A. and Moller and M.</author> <title>Learners Perceptions of Mobile Devices for Learning in Higher Education Towards a Mobile Learning Pedagogical Framework</title> <pages>120 - 125</pages> <year>2013</year> <volume>7</volume> <number>1</number> <journal>International Journal of Educational and Pedagogical Sciences</journal> <ee>https://publications.waset.org/pdf/5288</ee> <url>https://publications.waset.org/vol/73</url> <publisher>World Academy of Science, Engineering and Technology</publisher> <abstract>The dramatic effect of information technology on society is undeniable. In education, it is evident in the use of terms like active learning, blended learning, electronic learning and mobile learning (ubiquitous learning). This study explores the perceptions of 54 learners in a higher education institution regarding the use of mobile devices in a third year module. Using semistructured interviews, it was found that mobile devices had a positive impact on learner motivation, engagement and enjoyment. It also improved the consistency of learning material, and the convenience and flexibility (anywhere, anytime) of learning. Userinterfacelimitation, bandwidth and cognitive overload, however, were of concern. The use of cloud based resources like Youtube and Google Docs, through mobile devices, positively influenced learner perceptions, making them prosumers (both consumers and producers) of education content.</abstract> <index>Open Science Index 73, 2013</index> </article>