Effect of Online Learning on Academic Performance of Students in Tertiary Institutions in Benue State

The study evaluated the effect of online learning on academic performance of students in tertiary institutions in Benue State, Nigeria. The specific objectives of the study were to: evaluate the effect of online learning on course completion rate in tertiary institutions in Benue State, Nigeria; examine the effect of online learning on class attendance and participation in tertiary institutions in Benue State, Nigeria and ascertain the effect of online learning on Grade Point Average (GPA) attained by students in tertiary institutions in Benue State, Nigeria. A descriptive survey design was used for the study. The population of the study was 2003. In determining the sample size of 335, the researcher used Taro Yamane formula (1967). Simple random sampling technique was used in selecting the respondents who were useful to this study. The collected data for the study was analysed through the use of mean score. The z-test analysis technique was applied in testing the hypotheses. The study found that Online learning had a significant positive effect on course completion rate in tertiary institutions in Benue State, Nigeria, that online learning does have a significant positive effect on class attendance and participation in tertiary institutions in Benue State, Nigeria and that Online learning has a significant positive effect on Grade Point Average (GPA) attained by students in tertiary institutions in Benue State, Nigeria. The study concluded that online learning has a significant positive impact on the academic performance of students in tertiary institutions in Benue State, Nigeria. It enhances flexibility, accessibility, and independent learning, which can improve students' engagement and academic outcomes. The study recommended among others that tertiary institutions in Benue State should invest in reliable digital infrastructure, including high-speed internet and functional e-learning platforms. Government and private stakeholders must collaborate to provide affordable internet access to students, ensuring seamless participation in online learning without interruptions caused by network instability or limited technological resources