Effectiveness of the Use of Whatsapp in the Learning of Mathematics among University Students

Abstract

This study aimed at investigating the effectiveness of the use of WhatsApp in the learning of Mathematics among university students. The research design used was descriptive survey. The Simple random sampling technique was used to select a sample of 200 respondents for the study. Questionnaire was the main tool used in collecting data for the study. The study achieved a response rate of 92.2%. Descriptive statistics including frequencies and percentages were used to analyse the data collected for the study. The analysed data showed that WhatsApp is very effective in the learning of Mathematics among university students. Students also showed a positive perception towards the use of WhatsApp in their academic activities. It was also revealed that easy passage of mathematical information to peers and convenience were the two major factors that influence the use of WhatsApp Messenger by university undergraduate students. It was therefore recommended that WhatsApp should be integrated in the learning of mathematics among students in order to foster quick and easy sharing of information among students. Conclusions, implications and recommendations have been discussed in the work.