LEARNING MANAGEMENT SYSTEM IN EDUCATION: BENEFITS AND DRAWBACKS

Abstract

The study is descriptive survey research designed to investigate the learning management system in education: benefits and drawbacks. The area of the study is Rehama Academy School, Rumuolumeni, Port Harcourt, Rivers State. The population of the study comprises 25 teachers in Rehama Academy School. A sample of 20 teachers was involved in the study. A purposive sampling technique was applied in the selection process. The Instrument used for the study to collect data from respondents is a structured questionnaire titled learning management system in education: benefits and drawbacks (LMSEBD) with 30-item questions. The reliability coefficient of 0.64 was obtained using Pearson product-moment correlation. Mean and Standard Deviation answered the research question while the t-test answered the hypothesis. The study found that the t-test learning management system is not just for eLearning, it is capable of housing videos, slide decks, written instruction, and various other learning materials in a user-friendly, centralized location. Based on the findings, the researcher recommends that With the use of a learning management system, students can maintain their independence, excitement, and motivation.