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The impact of using smartphones on the academic performance of undergraduate students

Year: 2018

Type: article

Abstract: This study investigated the impact of using smartphones on the academic performance of undergraduate students at the North-West University, South Africa. To determine the impact, this study deployed the quantitative research approach to collect data from 375 undergraduate students using questionnaires. It was found that most undergraduate students are using their smartphones to engage with fellow students and lecturers. It was also found that using smartphones distracts students from their studies in certain aspects. The results also showed the impact of using smartphones on students’ academic capabilities and progression.

Source: Knowledge Management & E-Learning An International Journal

DOI: 10.34105/j.kmel.2018.10.017

Authors: Ifeanyi Peter Ifeanyi, Joshua Ebere Chukwuere

Institution: North-West University

Language: English

Topic: Mobile Learning in Education

Subfield: Information Systems

Field: Computer Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDG: Quality education

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W2896239159

FWCI: 6.697

Cites: 18

Cited by: 71

Related to: 10