Research Article

Mobile Learning System for Egyptian Higher Education Using Agile-Based Approach

Table 1

Summary of some of the research-based mobile learning systems.

ResearchersYearApp nameThe SolutionMain limitations

Lim [29]2017N/AMobile-based interactive teaching model based on the Socrative online system.Need implementation of peer discussion and assistance tools.
Moreira and Ferreira [23]2016N/AiOS application that helps engineering students to learn UML.by adopting the Lucidchart application on mobile devices.It is only for learning UML course. But will not help in other courses. No activates between students.
Wen and Zhang [22]2015N/AThe microlecture mobile learning system.No collaboration between students and engagement with professors.
Tamhane et al. [28]2015N/AMobile learning application on Android to help computer engineering students in computer courses.Need game based module and quizzes module.
Prenner et al. [26]2014NetLuke“NetLuke” is a mobile environment teaching algorithms and data structures courses.Does not support other courses. Need collaboration module between students. Need to be supported by popular platforms like android and iOS.
Vinay et al. [25]2013RoboRun“RoboRun” mobile learning game.Need to support collaboration activities and to support other platforms.
Boticki et al. [21]2013Sortko“Sortko” Android-based application to help to master sorting algorithms by leveraging the existing body of knowledge dealing with the use of animation in teaching and learning.Need to support other platforms like iOS and Windows phone.
Mbogo et al. [20]2013N/AAndroid mobile learning application to help to learn to programme using the scaffolding technique.Need to support other platforms to gain more audience. Should be possible to load a saved program in order to reuse it.
Shanmugapriya and Tamilarasi [24]2013N/AAndroid mobile courseware for ICT students.Need to support other platforms like iOS and Windows phone.