Perception of E-learning among the Students Studying in Higher Education Institutions with Reference to Kerala

The advent of the internet and innovative technologies has rendered learning solutions for universities currently navigating an environment of passionate change. Universally, the COVID-19 lockdown has impacted every facet of life, and education is no exception. Understanding students' perceptions of e-learning technologies is essential for the successful growth of academic programs. This study aims to investigate college students' current status and future expectations regarding e-learning. It is an empirical research study encompassing students pursuing higher education in arts, sciences, humanities, engineering, and health sciences. The purposive sampling, with a sample size of 497 is adopted for the study. Primary data are collected through a questionnaire. Cross-tabulation and Chi-square tests, aided by IBM SPSS Statistics 22, are employed for analysis and interpretation. The study reveals a low awareness level towards e-learning.