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Students Like E-Learning (Mostly), But Miss Their Friends
The study found that students perceive both advantages and disadvantages to e-learning. While they appreciate the flexibility and access to information, they also experience increased social isolation and challenges related to technology dependence. These mixed findings suggest that e-learning is a complex phenomenon with both benefits and drawbacks for students.
Possible Conflicts of Interest
None identified
Identified Weaknesses
The study relies heavily on self-reported data from a questionnaire, which can be subject to biases such as social desirability bias and recall bias.
The study is limited to a single university in the UAE, so the findings may not be generalizable to other contexts or student populations.
The study is cross-sectional, so it cannot establish causality between e-learning and the reported advantages and disadvantages.
Lack of control variables
The study does not control for other factors that may influence students' perceptions of e-learning, such as prior experience with technology, learning style, and motivation.
Rating Explanation
This is an average study with several limitations, including its reliance on self-reported data, limited generalizability, cross-sectional design, and lack of control variables. However, it provides some useful insights into students' perspectives on e-learning.
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Original Title:
Advantages and Disadvantages of Using e-Learning in University Education: Analyzing Students' Perspectives
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July 14, 2025 at 11:14 AM
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