Using Project-based Learning Coupled with Mobile Learning Technologies to Enhance Students Cognitive Skills: How the Approach Shapes Creativity among Learners in Higher Education

The present study sought to examine and evaluate the implementation of project-based learning using mobile learning technology as one way of improving students’ cognition skills and thinking creativity. In a preliminary study, it was established that poor cognition leads to low skills and reduced creativity in thinking, especially when it comes to students’ comprehension of content more so for high school students. One way of overcoming this challenge, is through the use of instructional technology that makes students to be more active in learning, thinking creatively, problem solving, decision making, creative thinking and also interested in learning content presented at any given time through mobile learning technologies. Based on this, the researchers, conducted a study in a vocational school in Banjarmasin in a high school. This study employed quantitative approach using quasi-experiment method. The results showed that students’ cognitive skills and creativity improved after the treatment. Based on this, it is concluded that the use of project-based learning through mobile learning technologies has the ability to enhance students learning, hence a successful approach to learning.