Analysis technological factors on the academic performance in a public university in Mexico City

Abstract

The objective of the present study was to analyze technological and social factors that help university students improve academic performance. The sample consisted of 249 students from a public university in Mexico City. A multiple linear regression model was performed to examine the impact of academic performance variables. The results showed that the variables that most helped students in achieving higher academic performances were: age, scholarship access, student salary (part-time jobs), and availability of professors that use digital platforms. The variables that showed a negative impact on student academic performance were: having a full-time job, having a tech device for gaming, failing a class, and failing a semester. As a conclusion, it is recommended that professors use digital platforms in their academic activities to help their students achieve better academic performances.