Education Technology Innovation: Enhancing the Academic Performance of Undergraduate Distance Learners in Nigeria Universities Through Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs):- Bola Elizabeth N
ABSTRACT
The research investigates the possible impacts
of Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) on the academic performance of
undergraduate distance learners in Nigerian universities. Given the abundance
of information available in our digital age, technology plays a crucial role in
educational advancement, making it possible for students to learn using
computers and portable devices with internet connectivity. This educational
advancement has created both opportunities and challenges in the way students’
learning is structured in the twenty-first century. In contrast to the usual
traditional methods of teaching and learning employed a few years ago, the
trend has brought about a number of innovations that create new learning
opportunities. In light of this context, MOOCs were created to alleviate the
difficulties encountered by students who are balancing work and study. Two (2)
research questions and a hypothesis were examined, utilizing a survey
questionnaire as the data collection tool. The respondents comprised 278
randomly selected undergraduate students currently enrolled in distance
learning programmes at universities in Nigeria. The result shows a positive and
significant correlation between students’ academic performance and MOOCs. This
study therefore concludes that the implementation of Massive Open Online
Courses (MOOCs) in distance learning education will significantly improve the
academic performance of undergraduate students in Nigerian universities. Keywords:
education technology, MOOC, Learning outcomes, part time students, NOUN.
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BOLA, N (2025). Education Technology Innovation: Enhancing the Academic Performance of Undergraduate Distance Learners in Nigeria Universities Through Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs):- Bola Elizabeth N. Mouau.afribary.org: Retrieved Mar 09, 2025, from https://repository.mouau.edu.ng/work/view/education-technology-innovation-enhancing-the-academic-performance-of-undergraduate-distance-learners-in-nigeria-universities-through-massive-open-online-courses-moocs-bola-elizabeth-n-7-2
NWAUWA, BOLA. "Education Technology Innovation: Enhancing the Academic Performance of Undergraduate Distance Learners in Nigeria Universities Through Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs):- Bola Elizabeth N" Mouau.afribary.org. Mouau.afribary.org, 03 Mar. 2025, https://repository.mouau.edu.ng/work/view/education-technology-innovation-enhancing-the-academic-performance-of-undergraduate-distance-learners-in-nigeria-universities-through-massive-open-online-courses-moocs-bola-elizabeth-n-7-2. Accessed 09 Mar. 2025.
NWAUWA, BOLA. "Education Technology Innovation: Enhancing the Academic Performance of Undergraduate Distance Learners in Nigeria Universities Through Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs):- Bola Elizabeth N". Mouau.afribary.org, Mouau.afribary.org, 03 Mar. 2025. Web. 09 Mar. 2025. < https://repository.mouau.edu.ng/work/view/education-technology-innovation-enhancing-the-academic-performance-of-undergraduate-distance-learners-in-nigeria-universities-through-massive-open-online-courses-moocs-bola-elizabeth-n-7-2 >.
NWAUWA, BOLA. "Education Technology Innovation: Enhancing the Academic Performance of Undergraduate Distance Learners in Nigeria Universities Through Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs):- Bola Elizabeth N" Mouau.afribary.org (2025). Accessed 09 Mar. 2025. https://repository.mouau.edu.ng/work/view/education-technology-innovation-enhancing-the-academic-performance-of-undergraduate-distance-learners-in-nigeria-universities-through-massive-open-online-courses-moocs-bola-elizabeth-n-7-2