Why Students Prefer Mobile-Centric Universities
The transition from high school to college is one of the most anticipated changes for students. The current generation is extremely tech-savvy and their lives revolve around their gadgets. Research states that today’s teen spends over 8 hours on their smartphones every day and 51% of students use their smart device before they even get out of bed. And this trend is not slowing down.
Because of this, colleges and universities need to be connected and focused digitally more than ever before. Our infographic highlights why universities must go mobile-first NOW to engage students before the application process even begins.
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Resources
- http://princetonpartners.com/ideas/press-releases/mobile-research/
- http://www.universitybusiness.com/article/theres-app
- http://www.mobileshop.eu/blog/interesting/mobile-device-use-and-overuse/
- http://www.nea.org/tools/56274.htm
- http://www.centerdigitaled.com/policy/Universities-Refine-Mobile-Strategy.html
- http://www.universitybusiness.com/article/why-colleges-must-go-mobile-first
- http://www.japantimes.co.jp/news/2015/05/01/national/social-issues/overuse-mobile-gadgets-hampers-students-ability-study-sleep/#.Vd6mVpeo2Pf
- https://www.kent.edu/kent/news/college-students%E2%80%99-smartphone-use-goes-students%E2%80%99-smarts-classroom-go-down