Title: Effectiveness of E-Learning in Higher Education: Evidence from Higher Education Institutions Affiliated to Kavayitri Bahinabai Chaudahri North Maharashtra University
In the recent years, e-learning in higher education has developed as a transformative mode of instruction offering accessibility, flexibility and learner-centered methodologies. With the increasing prominence on digital platforms and rapid technological incorporation, the higher educational institutions (HEIs) in India are progressively adopting e-learning to supplement traditional teaching methods. The effectiveness of e-learning within the Indian higher education setting requires systematic evaluation, in spite of its growing significance. The current research examines the effectiveness of e-learning in HEIs affiliated with Kavayitri Bahinabai Chaudhari North Maharashtra University (KBC NMU). Data was collected from a sample of 320 students and 45 faculty members across the Management institutes. A descriptive research design was used. Semi-structured interviews and with Structured questionnaires were used as data collection tools. Qualitative thematic analysis and quantitative (descriptive statistics, correlation, and regression analysis) were applied. It was revealed in the findings that e-learning significantly augments improving digital literacy, learner autonomy, flexibility and self-paced learning, on the other hand, challenges like limited faculty preparedness, inadequate infrastructure and reduced student engagement were observed. The analysis indicated that blended learning prototypes combining face-to-face and digital approaches produce the maximum effectiveness in the given institutional context. The study contributed to the on-going study on digital pedagogy by providing evidence from a regional Indian university setting. The results highlighted the need for faculty training, vigorous policy support and investment in infrastructure to make the most of the benefits of e-learning.
