Share Paper: Reports on the Uses of Cellular Phones in Large Class Settings for Effective Instruction

  1. Yaeko Nakanishi, Dokkyo University, Japan
  2. Lumi Tatsuta, Dokkyo University, Japan
  3. Satoshi Wada, Dokkyo University, Japan
Friday, October 19 2:00-2:30 PM Room 202

Abstract: This research presents the results of studies on the utilization of cellular phones to improve academic instruction in a large class setting. The studies have indicated that it is not satisfactory to simply install a “question box” and to carry out “in-class surveys.” What is important is the instructors’ resourcefulness both in the way of presenting lecture content and in carrying out class activities. We also have developed a new electronic system that enables students to download PowerPoint files directly into their cellular phones. We anticipate that it will contribute to the increase of bi-directional communication between instructor and students. ...