Exploring the implications and impact of smartphones on learning dynamics: The role of self-directed learning

Large diffusion of mobile learning applications in recent years raises several questions on the dynamics of the learning process and the learner profile. The present paper will study the smart phone based learning process and the main factors influencing it. Contribution of the self-directed learning and a comprehensive discussion on how it could support the mobile learning process will be made. To finish a framework of the mobile-based learning will be proposed which will be used in further experiences. This research highlights the first step of the self-directed learning application life cycle steps: the elaboration of mobile learning content is described explaining the integration of the future users in this design process.

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