28, May 2025

Evaluating the Impact of Interactive E-content in Extension Education: A Learner-Centered Study on Student Awareness, Digital Literacy, and Engagement

VOLUME-11; ISSUE-5; MAY-2025

Author(s): 1. Suchitra Singh, 2. Aarti Singh, 3. Sanghamitra Mohapatra

Authors Affiliations:

  1. Research Scholar, Ethelind College of Community Science, SHUATS, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India
  2. Assistant Professor, Ethelind College of Community Science, SHUATS, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India
  3. Professor, Ethelind College of Community Science, SHUATS, Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh, India

DOIs:10.2015/IJIRMF/202505013     |     Paper ID: IJIRMF202505013


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The integration of digital technology into educational systems has become a transformative force, particularly in the context of Extension Education, where applied learning and field engagement are key. This study evaluates the impact of interactive E-content on undergraduate students in Extension Education, focusing on their awareness, digital literacy, understanding, perceived benefits, and challenges. With the shift toward learner-centered, flexible models driven by the New National Education Policy (NEP 2020), there is a growing emphasis on E-learning resources that support self-paced, accessible, and engaging education. Data were collected from 220 students across four universities using structured pre- and post-intervention questionnaires. The results reveal high levels of digital device access, familiarity with E-content, and a strong preference for its incorporation into the curriculum. However, significant gaps remain in training and exposure to advanced digital tools such as simulations and learning management systems. The findings support the development of interactive, inclusive, and user-friendly digital content to enhance learning outcomes in Extension Education, while also highlighting the need for teacher training and institutional support.

Extension Education, Digital Literacy, Impact of Interactive E-content, Learner-Centered Study.

Suchitra Singh,  Aarti Singh,  Sanghamitra Mohapatra (2025); Evaluating the Impact of Interactive E-content in Extension Education: A Learner-Centered Study on Student Awareness, Digital Literacy, and Engagement, International Journal for Innovative Research in Multidisciplinary Field, ISSN(O): 2455-0620, Vol-11, Issue-5, Pp.80-85.          Available on –   https://www.ijirmf.com/

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