Students’ Satisfaction in Online Learning - A Systematic Review

Sai Subramanian. S; Dr. S. UmaMaheswari

doi:10.63141/gijbr-V2N1-2025ID28

Authors

Sai Subramanian. S Sathyabama University, Chennai Author
Dr. S. UmaMaheswari Sathyabama University, Chennai Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.63141/gijbr-V2N1-2025ID28

Keywords:

Online learning, , Digital Education, Student Experience, Learning Engagement, Educational Technology, Student Perceptions, Academic Success, Student Engagement, Student Satisfaction, E-learning

Abstract

In recent times, educational geography has been dramatically converted by the arrival of technology, particularly with the rise of online literacy. Knowing pupil happiness in these conditions becomes vital since further educational institutions offer courses as well as virtual literacy surroundings on internet platforms. The always-shifting realm of online education is delved into in this paper, together with how it influences pupil happiness and the several factors impacting their guests. Global events similar to the COVID-19 epidemic have accelerated the move to online literacy, so transubstantiating the delivery of education. This metamorphosis brought both benefits and challenges for preceptors as well as for scholars.

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Author Biographies

Sai Subramanian. S, Sathyabama University, Chennai

Research Scholar,

School of Management Studies,

Sathyabama University, Chennai
Dr. S. UmaMaheswari , Sathyabama University, Chennai

Associate Professor,

School of Management Studies,

Sathyabama University, Chennai

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