Role of Digital Tools for Enhancing Students Learning Outcomes at University Level
DOI:
https://doi.org/10.55737/tk/2k25d.44112Keywords:
Digital Tools, Learning Outcomes, Digital Resources, Academic AchievementAbstract
The scenario in higher learning institutions has changed dramatically due to the integration of cyber educational materials that enable better engagement and performance as well as development of analytical abilities among learners. The research emphasis is on digital tools and their significance in improving learners' performance at a higher educational institution. The research adopts a quantitative approach and involved a survey of 400 Bachelor of Science students from the University of Kotli Azad Jammu & Kashmir via a convenient sampling method. The research used a designed five-point likert scale questionnaire for data generation. The study population includes four thousand nine hundred Bachelor of Science students from all faculty members. The questionnaire consisted of four sections i.e. a) Demographic information, b) Use of digital tools, c) Learning outcomes, d) role of digital tools in enhancing students learning outcomes. The responses were analyzed by using different statistical techniques (mean and standard deviation) are calculated. While the results indicate that students do use various digital tools, these technologies are not yet deeply or consistently embedded into the core curriculum. Higher order cognitive abilities like critical thinking and problem solving are also supported by digital tools. Consequently, the study advocates for a more systematic integration of these tools across all academic departments.
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