Rhizomatic Learning and Use of Mobile Instant Messaging Platforms: Case of University of Technology in South Africa

Autor/in	Makoza, Frank
Titel	Rhizomatic Learning and Use of Mobile Instant Messaging Platforms: Case of University of Technology in South Africa
Quelle	In: International Journal of Virtual and Personal Learning Environments, 12 (2022) 1, (17 Seiten)Infoseite zur Zeitschrift PDF als Volltext Verfügbarkeit
Zusatzinformation	ORCID (Makoza, Frank)
Sprache	englisch
Dokumenttyp	gedruckt; online; Zeitschriftenaufsatz
ISSN	1947-8518
DOI	10.4018/IJVPLE.295304
Schlagwörter	Computer Software; Foreign Countries; Telecommunications; Handheld Devices; Synchronous Communication; Learning Theories; Teaching Methods; Learning Activities; Integrated Learning Systems; Distance Education; Best Practices; COVID-19; Pandemics; Universities; Coping; Educational Change; Educational Benefits; Undergraduate Students; Cooperative Learning; Student Attitudes; Technology Uses in Education; Barriers; Cartography; South Africa + Suchen Sie Ihr Suchwort? Ausland; Telekommunikationstechnik; Learning theory; Lerntheorie; Teaching method; Lehrmethode; Unterrichtsmethode; Lernaktivität; Distance study; Distance learning; Fernunterricht; University; Universität; Bewältigung; Bildungsreform; Bildungsertrag; Kooperatives Lernen; Schülerverhalten; Technology enhanced learning; Technology aided learning; Technologieunterstütztes Lernen; Kartenkunde; Kartografie; Südafrika; Süd-Afrika; Republik Südafrika; Südafrikanische Republik
Abstract	Rapid development and adoption of mobile technologies including Mobile Instant Messaging (MIM) platforms have transformed teaching and learning practices over the past decade. This paper presents an analysis of how students used WhatsApp as an example of a MIM platform to organise their learning activities. Drawing on Rhizomatic Learning Theory (RLT), the study showed that WhatsApp supported students to navigate through a complex network of learning where knowledge was generated beyond the confines of the formal learning context. WhatsApp supported learners during the transition to remote learning that was introduced during the lockdown due to the Covid-19 pandemic. Further, WhatsApp use supported learners to cope well with new learning experiences and practices. The study offers insights into the perspective of learners on the use of technology during challenging and uncertain times. The insights can be useful for lecturers when developing technology strategies and teaching best practices during uncertain times. (As Provided).
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Update	2024/1/01