An Analysis of Indicators of Students’ Motivation to Use Technology in Learning Mathematics: A Case Study of NodeBook™

Abstract

This study analyses factors that affect students' motivation for using technology in learning mathematics at universities. The study is based on the responses of 86 male and 73 female students in various mathematics courses in the United Arab Emirates, examined students’ perceptions of their performance in mathematics course in terms of their enjoyment in learning the course, perception of success, the significance and need of NodeBook, and course organization and motivation to learn mathematics with the use of NodeBook. Based on the results, it was found that students’ perceptions of their performance in mathematics in terms of their enjoyment in learning the course, perception of success and course organization and motivation are the most likely indicators of student motivation to use technology in learning mathematics. This will help students, mathematics educators, and higher education administrators understand the student preferences in choosing the right technology that enhances their learning in mathematics.