E-Learning Platforms and Academic Performance of Students

Abstract

Information and communication has evolved fast and has profoundly revolutionized the education system in the world. The e-learning platforms have come as a viable tool in the delivery of education in the sense that it offers learner-centered and interactive learning environments. Such platforms are Learning Management System (LMS), virtual classroom, mobile learning and Massive Open Online Course (MOOC). The current paper will discuss the importance of e-learning sites to improve academic performance of students. It pays attention to the impact of digital learning tools on the comprehension, interest, drive, and performance of the students on whole. The study identifies the advantages in the electronic learning teaching, including: accessibility, personalized learning, and enhanced learning capacity and, in addition, addresses the issues, including: the digital divide, the lack of technical skills, and the diminished face to face interaction. The results would lead to the conclusion that properly deployed, e-learning platforms have a positive impact on the academic performance and studying satisfaction among students.