Academic Versus Non-academic Emerging Adult College Student Technology Use
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Emerging adult college students have developmental and educational needs which are unique to their phase of life. The purpose of this study was to examine academic and non-academic technology use by emerging adult college students. Survey results (N=235) provided insights into emerging adult college student technology preferences and frequency of use for academic and non-academic purposes. This study found that emerging adult college students have distinct technology preferences and practices relating to both academic and non-academic use.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Technology, Knowledge and Learning
دوره 20 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2015