Influence of Virtual Learning on Secondary School Students’ Academic Performance during the Pandemic in Nigeria
Abstract
bridging the barriers of distance and time. Learners in this case have the opportunity to learn curriculum-based contents remotely, which made teaching and learning activities possible during the pandemic era. However, learners in the developing world are still facing certain challenges around the implementation of such methods. Hence, this study investigated the influence of virtual learning on secondary school students’ academic performance during the pandemic era in Ilorin south by examining the virtual learning tool(s) that was utilized for learning during the pandemic; learners’ attitude and academic performance. 419 respondents participated in the descriptive study design while the data was being gathered. The results showed that Moodle and other virtual learning technologies were utilized for instruction. The academic performance of secondary school students was positively impacted by virtual learning environments. The study came to the conclusion that virtual learning could encourage educational institutions to adopt a 21st-century curriculum. When virtual learning is incorporated into the classroom, gender has no discernible impact on students' academic achievement. Given that virtual learning platforms help students overcome time and distance limitations, it was suggested that school pupils receive training in their use.
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