Students' Perceptions of Using Information and Communication Technology as an E-Learning Method

Abstract

Nowadays, ICT is used as a catalyst in e-learning to improve the quality of the teaching and learning processes. E-learning primarily incorporates interactive multimedia elements to involve and appreciate learners in the learning process. Multimedia applications provide interactive features, navigation, attract students and also help students to focus more during the learning process. This paper focuses on student perceptions of e-learning as a method of teaching and learning. The study sample consists of two groups of students: group A for traditional approach of learning and group B for e-learning approach. Moodle is used as a platform for e-learning. The research tool uses questionnaires and log data from the activity of Moodle. The questionnaire results are analyzed using SPSS software. From the analyzed data on student's perception of traditional learning, 53% of students deny that this approach allows them to develop their current understanding of learning. 26.7% of respondents strongly disagree that content is appealing in traditional teaching delivery. A total of 55% of students agree to the use of multimedia e-learning to increase student understanding. Multimedia elearning was interesting and enjoyable to use, according to the findings, 75% of respondents agreed. The study shows that the student's perception of multimedia e-learning helps to increase the student's performance. The result has shown that students have demonstrated better learning performance through e-learning.