A study of e-learning motivation in Haryana, India: do gender and locality matter?

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https://doi.org/10.47408/jldhe.vi39.1529

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e-learning motivation, digital learning, online education, gender differences, digital education, digital divide

Abstract

This study explores undergraduate students' motivation for e-learning in Haryana, India, considering gender (male and female) and locality (urban and rural) differences. Data was collected from a random sample of 400 students enrolled in colleges. The results indicate that female and rural students demonstrated higher levels of motivation than male and urban students, revealing significant differences. The study emphasises the importance of addressing digital infrastructure challenges and providing focused support to enhance e-learning participation among diverse student groups, ensuring fair access to educational opportunities.

The practical implications of this research suggest that by implementing tailored interventions, educational institutions and policymakers can enhance student engagement and outcomes. This can lead to a more effective educational environment that benefits a wide range of learners. To achieve this, they should focus on bridging the digital gap among diverse groups and adopting strategies that create supportive e-learning environments for all students.

Author Biographies

Puja Saini, Om Sterling Global University

Puja Saini is a research scholar in the Department of Education at Om Sterling Global University, India, and an assistant professor at the Institute of Teacher Training and Research, Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra, Haryana, India. Her doctoral research investigates students’ motivational patterns and attitudes toward digital learning. Her research interests include online pedagogy, technology-enabled learning, and student engagement in virtual settings.

Asha Yadav, Om Sterling Global University

Asha Yadav is an associate professor in the Department of Education at Om Sterling Global University (OSGU), Hisar, Haryana, India. She was awarded the Census Silver Medal in recognition of her outstanding zeal and high-quality service during the Census of India 2011, and she was empanelled as a resource person for IAP under the aegis of IEPFA, Ministry of Corporate Affairs (2022–2023). She has 14 years of teaching experience and 9 years of research experience. Her research interests include teacher education, child psychology, and technology- and ICT-based innovative practices. She has published more than 15 research papers in international journals, presented over 25 papers at international conferences, and has guided eight M.Ed., three M.Phil., and seven Ph.D. scholars.

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Puja Saini, & Asha Yadav. (2026). A study of e-learning motivation in Haryana, India: do gender and locality matter?. Journal of Learning Development in Higher Education, (39). https://doi.org/10.47408/jldhe.vi39.1529

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