IMPACT OF VIRTUAL LEARNING ON INTEREST, PERFORMANCE AND RETENTION IN 21ST CENTURY GEOMETRY EDUCATION AMONG SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOLS STUDENTS IN KATSINA STATE

Abstract

In the rapidly evolving landscape of education, the integration of technology has ushered in a new era of learning, making virtual platforms indispensable tools for educators and students. This study focuses on exploring the multifaceted effects of virtual learning on interest, performance and knowledge retention on the content of geometry education.  The adopted method in this research is twofold; 1. Surveys: students will be administered in free and post intervention surveys to assess their interest in geometry, academic performance and initial knowledge. Assessment Tests: Geometry tests, both pre and post intervention, will be administered to measure changes in academic performance. Digital Analytics: Virtual learning platforms will be used to collect data on students’ interaction with the virtual learning tools, including time spent and engagement level. 2. Interviews: In-depth interviews will be conducted with students, teachers and administrators to gain high insights into their perceptions of virtual learning impact on interest, performance and retention. In the phase of designing the system where necessary, an open-source software platform is going to be adopted. Finally, recommendations are given, which include. Teachers of each subject should conduct similar research considering their area of specialization and provide an open-source software for their students and even general public.