Mobile Application of Electrical Automation Teaching for Undergraduate Students in Electromechanical Technology Application, Fujian Agricultural, Vocational, and Technical College, China

Abstract

This study aimed to (1) explore the development and integration of a mobile-assisted learning application for electrical automation education; (2) assess the impact of the mobile application on students’ theoretical knowledge, practical skills, and overall learning outcomes; and (3) evaluate student satisfaction with the use of the mobile application in enhancing their learning experience. The sample comprised 32 undergraduate students enrolled in electrical automation courses at Fujian Agricultural, Vocational, and Technical College. The participants were divided into two groups: an experimental group using the mobile-assisted learning application and a control group using traditional teaching methods. Data were collected between March and June 2024 through pre- and post-test assessments, including theoretical knowledge and practical skills evaluations, as well as a student satisfaction survey. Theoretical and practical test results showed significant improvements in the experimental group, with an average increase of 15% in written test scores and 20% in practical skills. The student satisfaction survey indicated high levels of engagement and positive feedback, with an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 for the application’s effectiveness in enhancing the learning experience. The findings suggest that mobile-assisted learning applications can significantly improve theoretical understanding and practical competencies in technical education, while offering a flexible and interactive learning environment that enhances student engagement and satisfaction. These results contribute to the growing body of research on mobile learning in vocational education and offer practical implications for integrating mobile technologies into technical curricula.