SDCA Asia-Pacific Multidisciplinary Research Journal

Abstract

The use of online learning platforms has definitely impacted the students and teachers in their educational delivery. This study assessed the effectiveness of Google Classroom and Blackboard Learn as online learning platforms. Using a descriptive survey research, five hundred and thirty-six (536) respondents were involved in the study: Four hundred and sixty-four (464) college students and seventy-two (72) faculty members. The researchers utilized a self-structured seven-point Likert scale questionnaire consisting of thirteen (13) statements on the use of Google Classroom and twenty-two (22) statements on Blackboard Learn. Open-ended questions were provided to determine the expectations on the usage of these two applications and suggestions for improvement. The results showed that Blackboard Learn is more effective when they are implemented to online classes than Google Classroom; whereas most of the faculty members have high perceptions in utilizing to these different platforms (Google Classroom = 5.62; Blackboard Learn = 5.79) than for those students (Google Classroom = 4.88; Blackboard Learn = 5.69). It is found out that students and teachers have different perceptions, whether positively or negatively. The researchers suggested that ICT department should equip both students and teachers with the complete tasks and activities on time without any hindrances or difficulties.

Keywords: Google Classroom; Blackboard Learn; Effectiveness; Online learning platforms; Perceptions.

To cite this article:

Padohinog, E. C., Balsicas, N. W., & Hingada, L. C. (2022). The effectiveness of Google Classroom and Blackboard Learn as online learning platforms: Students’ and teachers’ perceptions. SDCA Asia-Pacific Multidisciplinary Research Journal, 4(1), 5-11. doi: 10.5281/zenodo.8023096