IMPACT OF MOBILE TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATION IN THE LEARNING EXPERIENCE OF TRAINEES IN CATERING SCHOOLS IN BENIN METROPOLIS, EDO STATE

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The study investigated the impact of mobile technology integration in the learning
experience of trainees in catering schools in Benin Metropolis, Edo State. To achieve the purpose of the study, four research questions were raised and examined. The sample size for the study was made up of 100 trainees which were randomly selected from the 10 catering schools in Benin Metropolis. The questionnaire was the instrument for data collection. The descriptive survey research design was adopted for the study. An analysis of data was done using frequency count and percentages. The major finding from the study include that there is low extent of application of mobile technology into teaching and learning activities in catering schools in Benin Metropolis. It was concluded that there is a significant impact of mobile technology integration in the learning experience of trainees in catering schools in Benin Metropolis. The study recommended among others that there should be collaboration between the government and catering schools to invest in the development of robust infrastructure to support the integration of mobile technology in catering schools. This should include ensuring reliable internet connectivity, access to devices such as tablets or laptops, and the availability of technical support services.
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