Title:
EMPIRICAL STUDY ON WEB-BASED LEARNING IN HIGHER EDUCATION: AN EXAMINATION OF STUDENTS' LEARNING EXPERIENCES

Authors:
Jarikre Amos O.*,Yogesh Kumar Sharma and Amoako John K ,Ghana

Abstract:
Web-based learning programs have shown to be interesting and interactive environment for learners which are practically distinct from traditional classroom practices. Although the use of web-based learning has since been practiced in most institutions globally, there is a need to assess students' learning experiences using web-based learning systems. Hence, this study is an empirical study carried out to assess students' learning experiences using a web-based learning approach in higher education in determining their academic performances. A descriptive survey was adopted as a research design for the study. 150 students were randomly selected from a population of 240 through a stratified sampling technique from the three departments of a tertiary institution in Ghana where the study was conducted. Data on the assessment of student’s learning experiences were collected using a five-point Likert scale questionnaire ranging from strongly agree to strongly disagree. Descriptive statistics and percentage responses were used for data analysis and interpretation. Student’s participation was voluntary and their responses were kept confidential. The study revealed that students were more interested and engaged using webbased learning for their study which also increases their learning performance. The study provided some suggestions for institutions to adopt the use of web-based learning in their curriculum as a learning method and as a means of strengthening its usage which will enhance future learning experience among students as well as symposiums on web-based learning practices