Unlocking The Keys To Academic Success: Students' Perspectives On Online Learning Platforms And Engagement Strategies

Abstract

Even before COVID-19 outbreaks, some schools and universities had adopted online education as a new trend, implementing a "flipped classroom" model for classes, activities, tasks, and assignments. This study aims to unlock the keys to academic success: students' perspectives on online learning platforms and engagement strategies, and to identify a significant relationship between students’ perceptions of online learning platforms and engagement strategies. A total of 101 male and female Bachelor of Science in Physical Education students from Mindanao State University, Marawi City, officially enrolled in the first semester of the academic year 2021-2022, participated in the study. It employed quantitative methods, utilizing a descriptive correlational design and a purposive sampling approach. The researchers gathered and statistically analyzed the data for this study using an online survey (Google Form) and attached request letters sent via institutional email (IE). The analysis reveals a strong relationship between internet connectivity and other variables, with a p-value of 0.009, leading to the rejection of the null hypothesis. The enrolled units (p-value of 0.000), the online learning platform (p-value of 0.011), and the online device (p-value of 0.028) significantly influence academic performance. A p-value of 0.000 indicates a significant relationship between engagement strategies and academic performance, while a p-value of 0.000 indicates a significant relationship between the online learning platforms and the engagement strategies used by their instructors. In conclusion, to unlock the keys to academic success: Students' perceptions of online learning environments and engagement tactics significantly impact their academic outcomes. Positive opinions lead to increased motivation and engagement, resulting in improved performance. Prioritizing user-friendly platforms and effective strategies is crucial for incorporating online learning into curricula.