Abstract
M.Ed. (Ict in Education)
South African learners are underperforming in Mathematics. Annual National Assessments
for grade 9 and grade 12 results in Mathematics are shocking according to the Ministry of
Education. This study investigates informal learning as an alternative method of addressing underperformance in Mathematics in South African schools.
Informal learning with the use of mobile technology enhances engagement in Mathematics
learning. The participants of this study had access to Nokia MoMaths on their mobile
phones. A quantitative survey research was conducted in four schools in Sedibeng West.
The data was analysed using SPSS version 20.0. Results indicated a positive relationship between engagement and informal mobile mathematics learning.