From smartphones to stargazing: the impact of mobile-enhanced learning on astronomy education

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https://doi.org/10.55056/seq.816

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mobile learning, astronomy education, educational technology, secondary education, personalized learning, STEM, lunar observation, student engagement

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This study investigates the impact of mobile-enhanced learning on astronomy education in secondary schools. Despite students' inherent fascination with space, traditional astronomy curricula often fail to engage learners effectively. We employed a mixed-methods approach, combining a comprehensive literature review with an empirical study involving university and 11th-grade students. The research explored the integration of mobile applications in astronomy lessons, focusing on their effect on student engagement, conceptual understanding, and practical skills. Our findings reveal that carefully designed mobile learning activities can significantly enhance students' interest in astronomy, promote deeper conceptual understanding, and develop crucial digital literacy skills. A case study on lunar observation and analysis demonstrated the potential of mobile apps to facilitate active, inquiry-based learning. 

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2024-01-21

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Malchenko, S., 2024. From smartphones to stargazing: the impact of mobile-enhanced learning on astronomy education. Science Education Quarterly [Online], 1(1), pp.1–7. Available from: https://doi.org/10.55056/seq.816 [Accessed 11 November 2024].
Received 2024-01-01
Accepted 2024-01-14
Published 2024-01-21