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INVESTIGATE THE EFFECTIVENESS AND STUDENT SATISFACTION OF ONLINE LEARNING PLATFORMS IN COMPARISON TO TRADITIONAL CLASSROOM SETTINGS

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http://dx.doi.org/10.31703/gssr.2023(VIII-I).39      10.31703/gssr.2023(VIII-I).39      Published : Mar 1

Investigate the Effectiveness and Student Satisfaction of Online Learning Platforms in Comparison to Traditional Classroom Settings

Abstract

    This study aimed to investigate the effectiveness and student satisfaction of online learning platforms in comparison to traditional classroom settings. A sample of 500 university students was surveyed to gather data on their experiences and perceptions of both learning modes. The study employed a quantitative data collection method. The questionnaires utilized Likert-scale items to measure satisfaction levels and effectiveness ratings. The statistics showed how online learning platforms compare to traditional classrooms in effectiveness and student satisfaction. Students were largely satisfied with both learning styles, with online learning platforms somewhat higher in satisfaction. The study also found that online learning platform accessibility, schedule flexibility, and multimedia resources affect student happiness. Regarding effectiveness, both online learning platforms and traditional classroom settings were perceived as effective by the majority of students. The findings can inform educational institutions and policymakers in their decision-making processes and help improve the design and implementation of online learning platforms.

    Student Satisfaction, Online Learning, Traditional Classroom Settings

    (1) Bakht Jamal
    PhD Scholar, Department of Teacher Education, Faculty of Education, International Islamic University, Islamabad, Pakistan.
    (2) Zainab Sajjad
    Lecturer, Department of Applied Psychology, National University of Modern Languages (NUML), Islamabad, Pakistan.
    (3) Humera Omer Farooq
    Assistant Professor, College of Art & Design, University of the Punjab, Lahore, Punjab, Pakistan.
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