UNRAVELLING THE LINK BETWEEN TECHNOSAVVINESS, IT AWARENESSAND  LEARNING OUTCOMES: A HIGH SCHOOL LEVEL INVESTIGATION

Mrs. Anjana Prasad; Dr. J. P. Kanoje

Authors

Mrs. Anjana Prasad Research Scholar Bharti Vishwavidyalaya, Durg
Dr. J. P. Kanoje Associate Professor Bharti Vishwavidyalaya, Durg

Abstract

This study aims to explore the level of techno-savviness and IT awareness among high school students and examine its impact on their learning outcomes. Data collection encompassed both government and private high school students (80+72=152) located in the Ahiwara region of District Durg. The survey method via questionnaires was utilized, employing a simple random sampling technique. The findings indicate that students in this setting have limited exposure and access to the world of technology. Techno-savvy students in private schools outperformed their less Techno-savvy counterparts in government schools. Moreover, their level of IT awareness and techno-savviness significantly impact their ability to achieve learning outcomes.

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