PERCEPTION OF STUDENTS ON EFFECT OF INFORMATION AND COMMUNICATION TECHNOLOGY IN HIGHER EDUCATION

Abstract

Information and communication technology serves as the foundation stone of the modern world, with the potential to revolutionise educational methods. There is an increasing demand on educational institutions to employ ICTs to educate students the skills and knowledge they will need in the twenty-first century. Therefore, the objective of the study is to study the perception of students on the effect of Information and Communication Technology in higher education with reference to Academic achievement, Connectivity, Resources and Social circles. The researcher has followed descriptive survey method to conduct this study. The 211 postgraduate students from four department students of Ravenshaw University of Odisha have participated in this study. Data were collected through self developed Perception scale on Effect of Information Communication Technology in higher education. Quantitative evidence showed that those who used ICT resources like social media, electronic devices and other collaborative apps have high academic achievement as compare to others. The findings of the study revealed that majority number of students use electronic device for their academic improvement and there is positive effect of ICT on higher education with reference to academic achievement and connectivity, resources, and social circles.