Supporting seamless learningstudents’ use of multiple devices in open and distance learning universities

Resumen

The objective of this doctoral thesis is to understand the learning habits and behaviours of students using different devices for learning in order to determine how students move between technologies, locations and learning activities, and the types of support they require. A mixed methods case study was conducted at two Open and Distance Learning (ODL) universities, one in Spain and one in South Africa. Students are able to continue their learning experiences across different contexts and settings with the aid of mobile and personal technologies, together with internet services. This fulfils the aim of seamless learning. Universities can design better learning experiences or offer improved support services to better meet the needs of students using multiple devices.