R. Nasser
should avail a richer application. The feedback to the homework will include solutions to previous homework
and most common mistakes. We would also see a need for the development of the applications in these devices.
Further note, this study was carried out in Qatar, results of students on mathematics and science, international
assessments outcomes have been reported to be as one of the lowest in the world and is based on the Program
for International Student Assessment (PISA) [21]. This raises questions about the Qatari reform, the quality of
education in Qatari schools and the role of mobile devices and mobile learning to improve the educational
processes. Further, we see the need for the development of Apps by presenting a logical unit in form of applica-
tions and homework exercises with feedback and solutions.
Acknowledgements
This publication was made possible by UREP grant # UREP 13-097-5-025 from the Qatar national research
fund (a member of Qatar foundation). The statements made herein are solely the responsibility of the author(s).
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