Can The Use Of QR Codes Enhance M-Learning In A Blended Learning Environment?
In recent years, with the introduction of smartphones, tablet computers and the advancement of information and communication technology (ICT), there has been a growing interest in the use of Quick Response (QR) codes for educational purposes. The majority of scholarly accounts in this particular...
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| author | Latifah Abdol Latif, Mansor Fadzil, Tengku Amina Munira Tengku Mohd Azzman Shariffadeen, Ng, Man San |
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| description | In recent years, with the introduction of smartphones, tablet computers and the advancement of
information and communication technology (ICT), there has been a growing interest in the use of
Quick Response (QR) codes for educational purposes. The majority of scholarly accounts in this
particular topic have been those related to managing libraries, and to a lesser extent to teaching
and learning. At present, applications of QR codes in higher education are minimal, and even
fewer in a blended learning environment. This paper describes an exploratory project that
attempts to introduce three specific examples of basic QR code-driven activities in an Open and
Distance Learning (ODL) institution. Learners were asked to scan QR codes using mobile
smartphones or tablet computers. Three different types of content, i.e. text-based instruction,
Uniform Resource Locater (URL) of video lectures (called iLectures) and URL of self-test
activities were made available to learners via the QR codes. A cross-sectional survey was
carried out on learners who have been introduced to the QR codes. The objectives of this project
are multi-pronged: first is to create awareness of QR codes among learners; second is to
encourage and push the use of specific online materials via mobile devices; and third is to
determine learners’ attitudes/perceptions towards the use of a combination of smartphones and
QR codes in learning. This study is important to an ODL institution like Open University
Malaysia (OUM). For a provider of flexible delivery of instructional materials, QR codes can
play a significant role in enhancing mobile learning (or m-learning) and engaging learners in
their learning process. The research findings are expected to indicate whether or not the
integration of smartphones and QR codes can be considered an effective way forward in
achieving a semi-ubiquitous m-learning environment. (Abstract by authors) |
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| spelling | my.oum.7902017-01-03T06:58:58Z Can The Use Of QR Codes Enhance M-Learning In A Blended Learning Environment? Latifah Abdol Latif, Mansor Fadzil, Tengku Amina Munira Tengku Mohd Azzman Shariffadeen, Ng, Man San LC5201 Education extension. Adult education. Continuing education LC5800 Distance education In recent years, with the introduction of smartphones, tablet computers and the advancement of information and communication technology (ICT), there has been a growing interest in the use of Quick Response (QR) codes for educational purposes. The majority of scholarly accounts in this particular topic have been those related to managing libraries, and to a lesser extent to teaching and learning. At present, applications of QR codes in higher education are minimal, and even fewer in a blended learning environment. This paper describes an exploratory project that attempts to introduce three specific examples of basic QR code-driven activities in an Open and Distance Learning (ODL) institution. Learners were asked to scan QR codes using mobile smartphones or tablet computers. Three different types of content, i.e. text-based instruction, Uniform Resource Locater (URL) of video lectures (called iLectures) and URL of self-test activities were made available to learners via the QR codes. A cross-sectional survey was carried out on learners who have been introduced to the QR codes. The objectives of this project are multi-pronged: first is to create awareness of QR codes among learners; second is to encourage and push the use of specific online materials via mobile devices; and third is to determine learners’ attitudes/perceptions towards the use of a combination of smartphones and QR codes in learning. This study is important to an ODL institution like Open University Malaysia (OUM). For a provider of flexible delivery of instructional materials, QR codes can play a significant role in enhancing mobile learning (or m-learning) and engaging learners in their learning process. The research findings are expected to indicate whether or not the integration of smartphones and QR codes can be considered an effective way forward in achieving a semi-ubiquitous m-learning environment. (Abstract by authors) 2011 Article PeerReviewed text https://library.oum.edu.my/repository/790/1/QR_Code_mobile_learning_EASEM_Copenhagen.pdf Latifah Abdol Latif, and Mansor Fadzil, and Tengku Amina Munira Tengku Mohd Azzman Shariffadeen, and Ng, Man San (2011) Can The Use Of QR Codes Enhance M-Learning In A Blended Learning Environment? Journal Lifelong Learning Society, 8 (2). pp. 1-20. ISSN 1738- 0057 https://library.oum.edu.my/repository/790/ |
| spellingShingle | LC5201 Education extension. Adult education. Continuing education LC5800 Distance education Latifah Abdol Latif, Mansor Fadzil, Tengku Amina Munira Tengku Mohd Azzman Shariffadeen, Ng, Man San Can The Use Of QR Codes Enhance M-Learning In A Blended Learning Environment? |
| title | Can The Use Of QR Codes Enhance M-Learning In
A Blended Learning Environment?
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| title_full | Can The Use Of QR Codes Enhance M-Learning In
A Blended Learning Environment?
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| title_fullStr | Can The Use Of QR Codes Enhance M-Learning In
A Blended Learning Environment?
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| title_full_unstemmed | Can The Use Of QR Codes Enhance M-Learning In
A Blended Learning Environment?
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| title_short | Can The Use Of QR Codes Enhance M-Learning In
A Blended Learning Environment?
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| title_sort | can the use of qr codes enhance m-learning in
a blended learning environment? |
| topic | LC5201 Education extension. Adult education. Continuing education LC5800 Distance education |
| url | https://library.oum.edu.my/repository/790/1/QR_Code_mobile_learning_EASEM_Copenhagen.pdf https://library.oum.edu.my/repository/790/ |
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