Key Factors Influencing Student Satisfaction with an Online Learning Platform in a Malaysian Higher Education Institution
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https://doi.org/10.24191/abrij.v11I2.8561Keywords:
online learning platforms, student satisfaction, online learning experience, higher education institutionsAbstract
This study investigates the relationships between Information Quality, System Quality, Service Quality, Perceived Usefulness, Perceived Ease of Use, and Cognitive Absorption with student satisfaction towards an online learning platform. Using data collected from students through a structured questionnaire, correlation analysis and hypothesis testing were conducted to examine the proposed relationships. The correlation analysis revealed that all six factors are significantly and positively associated with student satisfaction, indicating strong preliminary support for the conceptual framework. All hypotheses were supported, confirming that improvements in these six key areas are likely to contribute to higher levels of satisfaction among students. The findings underscore the importance of delivering high-quality information and services, ensuring system reliability, enhancing perceived usefulness and ease of use, and fostering cognitive engagement to maximise student satisfaction. These results provide practical implications for higher education institutions and platform developers seeking to improve the quality and effectiveness of online learning environments. In summary, the correlation analysis provides strong support for the research framework, highlighting that targeted improvements in the identified factors can significantly enhance students’ online learning experiences. Future research could explore additional constructs or examine potential mediating and moderating effects within this context.
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