The impact of e-learning on students performance in tertiary institutions

• Main Authors: Oye, N. D., A. Iahad, Noorminshah, Madar, M. J., Ab.Rahim, N.
• Format: Article
• Language: English
• Published: IRACST 2012
• Subjects: LB2300 Higher Education; QA75 Electronic computers. Computer science
• Online Access: http://eprints.utm.my/id/eprint/33593/1/NDOye2012_TheImpactofe-learningonStudentsPerformance.pdf; http://eprints.utm.my/id/eprint/33593/; http://www.ijcnwc.org/papers/vol2no22012/2vol2no2.pdf
• Institution: Universiti Teknologi Malaysia

E-learning has become an increasingly popular learning approach in higher educational institutions due to the rapid growth of Internet technologies. E-learning is the use of information and communication technology (ICT) to enhance and facilitate teaching and learning. This study examines the application of e-learning model to explain acceptance of the e-learning technology within the academic settings. The study confirms that in order to foster individuals’ intention to use an e-learning, positive perception on e-learning use is crucial. By using linear regression analysis, the study verified that, while attitudes have influence on intention to use, the actual e-learning use has significant effect on students’ academic performance. E-learning use is associated with increased students’ academic performance. Recommendation was that, training and information sessions on e-learning need to focus primarily on how the e-learning technology can help improve the efficiency and effectiveness of students’ learning process.