The document summarizes a study on students' perceptions of using mobile phones. 53 university students were split into two groups - one using mobile phones and the other using laptops. Surveys found that mobile phones increased access to resources and improved communication, though some noted disadvantages like slow internet speeds. The conclusion is that mobile phones have potential to enhance learning and teachers should incorporate them into classes to promote technology-based learning.

1. Students’ perception
of mobile phones
DAESANG KIM
DANIEL RUECKERT
DONG-JOONG KIM
DAERYONG SEO

2. Introduction
 Focused on students perceptions of mobile devices
 A site was was designed to enhance mobile learning
 The Aim was recognize how mobile phones stimulate pedagogical
practices

3. Methodology
 Three instruments were used to collect data
- Pre-Study survey
- Class projects
- Post-study survey

4. TACI Category

6. Participants
 53 university Students
- 17 male
- 36 female
- 21 to 55 years old
 2 groups were created
Group A, 28 studens
- Mobile phones users
Group B, 25 Students
- Laptops users

7. Results and findings
 48% Use smartphones outside the classroom
 84% Use mobile computers
 28% Use another mobile devices such as I Pads, or tablets

8. Mobile phones increase Access to resources

9. Mobile devices improve communication with teachers
and classmates

10. Post survey questionary answers
 “I felt it was convenient and advantage of using time effectively”
 “Easy to connect”
 “Overall I felt using my mobile phone to complete my assignment and
communicate with my peers was convenient”
 “I was amazed of the convience of using mobile phones“
 “It is a big challenge but usefull”
 “I felt it was meaningul”
 “It was a good tool for creating personalized learning”

11. Post survey questionary answers
 “The download speed is a disadvantage”
 “The disadvantages were slower internet connectivity and smaller keypad”
 “It was uncomfortable to read other’s opinión on smaller devices”

12. Conclusion
 Mobile phones have the potential to provide new learning experiences
 Teachers should include mobile phones in their clases
 Promote learning through technologies