A flipped classroom (FC) teaching approach offers a personalized learning environment for the learners to study course using pre-recorded material prior in-class session. The synchronous sessions are then dedicated knowledge confirmation and activities. Although this technique is considered promising, learners’ acceptance of FC skill-based courses conducted entirely via open distance (ODL) has ...

This paper reports our implementation of a handheld concept mapping tool to support cooperative learning in a nursing class. We investigated the effects of using handheld technology in a traditional classroom as well as issues associated with the use of handheld technology. Our findings showed that handheld tools enhanced interactions among students when proper class management and technology s...