The Use of StudyTXT as a Form of Mobile Learning in an Accounting Decision-Making Course

By:
Nicholas C. McGuigan,
Prof. Sidney Weil
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This paper describes the implementation of a mobile learning teaching resource - StudyTXT – in an introductory accounting decision-making course. The paper explains the philosophy of the course and how the educational rationale underlying the use of StudyTXT might facilitate the attainment of the course objectives. The paper further illustrates how StudyTXT is developed, implemented and used in the course, with references to appropriate literature. A questionnaire-based evaluation of StudyTXT by students reports on their perceptions about the impact of the teaching resource, as well as about the factors that either encouraged students to, or discouraged them from, using StudyTXT. The paper concludes with suggestions for the further utilisation of the resource.


Keywords: Mobile Learning, Text Messaging, Student Perceptions, Distance Education
Stream: Learning Technologies: What They Do and How They Work
Presentation Type: 30 minute Paper Presentation in English
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Nicholas C. McGuigan

Lecturer, Centre of Accounting, Education and Research, Lincoln University
Christchurch, South Island, NEW ZEALAND

Mr Nicholas McGuigan has taught accountancy at Lincoln University since 2005. His research interests include, accounting education and environmental sustainability. He is currently involved in research looking at the application of mobile technologies to support traditional learners.

Prof. Sidney Weil

Associate Professor, Commerce Division
Centre of Accounting Education and Research, Lincoln University
Christchurch, Canterbury, NEW ZEALAND

Ref: LS7P0063