Impact of Digital Learning Platforms on Students’ Outcome - A Review Dr. Vinod Vishwas Patil
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https://doi.org/10.64882/ijrt.v14.i2.1283Keywords:
Digital Learning, Online Education, E-learning Platforms, Student Performance, Academic Achievement, Educational Technology.Abstract
Digital learning platforms have transformed the modern education system by providing flexible, accessible, and technology-supported learning opportunities. This review paper examines the impact of digital learning platforms on students’ outcomes with reference to academic performance, engagement, accessibility, digital literacy, and learning flexibility. The study is based on secondary literature drawn from peer-reviewed journals, educational reports, and international studies on online and blended learning. The review indicates that digital platforms improve access to learning materials, support self-paced study, and strengthen communication between teachers and learners. At the same time, challenges such as poor internet connectivity, screen fatigue, reduced face-to-face interaction, and differences in digital infrastructure continue to affect learning quality. The paper concludes that digital learning platforms can positively influence students’ outcomes when supported by reliable infrastructure, effective instructional design, trained teachers, and balanced blended-learning practices.
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