Mobile Learning in Physics Education: Evaluating the Impact of Interactive Videos on Practical Work

Abstract

The emergence of multimedia has fostered the development of interactive videos, introducing an innovative approach to enhancing learner engagement. The rapid proliferation of mobile devices provides new learning opportunities, enhancing both information accessibility and immersion in various educational media, including interactive videos. In the context of practical work, these videos can serve as an effective teaching tool on mobile devices, facilitating the understanding and execution of experimental protocols. The aim of the present study was to evaluate the effect of using interactive videos on students’ performance in physics practical work. It was carried out with 370 first-year students enrolled in the Bachelor of Education, Primary Specialization (BEPS) program at a Moroccan university. Participants were randomly divided into two equal groups: an experimental group using interactive videos on mobile devices and a control group using conventional methods. The results revealed that the experimental group completed the experimental set-ups in significantly less time and demonstrated better understanding and application of the protocols. The present findings underscore the efficacy of interactive videos in facilitating practical physics work, thereby emphasizing their potential to enhance student learning in this domain.