Evaluating the Impact of Digital Transformation on Student Learning Outcomes in Indian Higher Education Institutions
S. Arokia Punitha
Academia and Society, Vol. 12, No. 1, 2025.
DOI: https://doi.org/10.6025/aas/2025/12/1/43-60
Link: https://www.dline.info/aas/fulltext/v12n1/aasv12n1_4.pdf
Abstract:
Digital transformation (DT) has become a key driver of educational innovation,
reshaping teaching and learning processes in higher education. In India, the
integration of digital tools, including Learning Management Systems (LMS),
Artificial Intelligence (AI), and hybrid classrooms, has accelerated, particularly
under the National Education Policy (NEP) 2020. This study evaluates the impact
of digital transformation on student learning outcomes in Higher Education
Institutions (HEIs) across Tamil Nadu, India. A mixed-method approach was
adopted, involving a survey of 300 students and interviews with 30 faculty
members from selected government and private colleges. The findings reveal
that digital transformation significantly enhances accessibility, engagement,
and academic performance. However, challenges such as digital fatigue, limited
infrastructure in rural institutions, and insufficient faculty training in digital
technologies persist. The study concludes that while digital transformation has
a measurable positive impact on student learning outcomes, its long-term success in Tamil Nadu depends on inclusive digital strategies, continuous faculty
development, and strong institutional support.