Knowledge And Perception Towards Virtual Learning System Among Public Health Students of Imo State University, Owerri, Imo State, South Eastern Nigeria

• Author(s): Chidera Judith Iwunze ; Ugonma Winnie Dozie ; Somtochukwu Mercy Orji ; Chinasa Agwu Amadi, Ajoku; Bright Chibunna ; Udujih Obinna Godwin
• Paper ID: 1707798
• Page: 311-317
• Published Date: 10-04-2025
• Published In: Iconic Research And Engineering Journals
• Publisher: IRE Journals
• e-ISSN: 2456-8880
• Volume/Issue: Volume 8 Issue 10 April-2025

Abstract

Background: Virtual learning encompasses education that occurs beyond conventional classroom environments and broadens the use of technological resources, platforms, satellite connections, and similar technologies to access, analyze, create, share, and utilize data, information, and knowledge in manners that were almost unimaginable until very recently. Through virtual learning, students engage with a curriculum rooted in digital content, instructed by teachers who provide lessons online through video or audio. The Nigerian government has committed to boosting its citizens' ICT (information and communications technology) skills and bridging the digital divide. Method: The study was a cross-sectional study. Stratified random (proportionate) sampling was the sample method used in the investigation. Purposive sampling was used to choose the 340 respondents from each stratum after the respondents were divided into strata according to levels. A semi-structured questionnaire was used as the instrument for data collection Results: majority 304(89.41%) have been in a virtual learning environment, as regards to the platform were the respondents received their virtual learning, majority 375(80.88%) used zoom. as regards to the virtual learning device used, majority 254(74.71%) used smartphone. the respondents had a positive perception towards toward virtual system of learning among public health students in Imo state University Owerri. The highest fraction of respondents 85 (56.3%) strongly agreed. Conclusion: Conclusively, an assessment of the systems' efficacy to make sure they are fulfilling the needs of students. Among other things, they need to make virtual learning simpler, easier to access, and more user-friendly for students studying public health.

Keywords

Perception, Attitude, Virtual learning system, Student

Citations

IRE Journals:
Chidera Judith Iwunze , Ugonma Winnie Dozie , Somtochukwu Mercy Orji , Chinasa Agwu Amadi, Ajoku; Bright Chibunna , Udujih Obinna Godwin "Knowledge And Perception Towards Virtual Learning System Among Public Health Students of Imo State University, Owerri, Imo State, South Eastern Nigeria" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals Volume 8 Issue 10 2025 Page 311-317

IEEE:
Chidera Judith Iwunze , Ugonma Winnie Dozie , Somtochukwu Mercy Orji , Chinasa Agwu Amadi, Ajoku; Bright Chibunna , Udujih Obinna Godwin "Knowledge And Perception Towards Virtual Learning System Among Public Health Students of Imo State University, Owerri, Imo State, South Eastern Nigeria" Iconic Research And Engineering Journals, 8(10)