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Study: Smartphones Detrimental to Learning for First-Time Users

Study: Smartphones Detrimental to Learning for First-Time Users

First-time smartphone users in a recent Rice University and U.S. Air Force study found that the devices were actually detrimental to their ability to learn. (7/7/2015)

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higher education, smart devices, iPhones and college, mobile devices and learning
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Open (Access) Journal-Article
Date Added to MERLOT:
July 10, 2015
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July 10, 2015
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Sally Robertson
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College General Ed, College Upper Division, Graduate School, Professional
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Sally Robertson
Sally Robertson (Librarian)
7 years ago
"Previous studies have provided ample evidence that when smartphones are used with specific learning objects in mind, they can significantly enhance the learning experience," Kortum said. "However, our research clearly demonstrates that simply providing access to a smartphone, without specific directed learning activities, may actually be detrimental to the overall learning process." good quote.
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