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Learning Management System Features and Postgraduate Distance Learners' Engagement at Ahmadu Bello University in Nigeria.

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Title: Learning Management System Features and Postgraduate Distance Learners' Engagement at Ahmadu Bello University in Nigeria.
Authors: Oladeji, Abidemi Omotayo1, Oladejo, Maruff Akinwale2, Adebanjo, Babatunde Abraham2, Obo-Awaa, Peter Obari-Abesemi3
Source: Educational Planning. Spring2026, Vol. 33 Issue 2, p18-35. 18p.
Subject Terms: *Learning management system, *Student engagement, *Open learning, *Distance education students, *Courseware, User-centered system design, Communications software, Support services (Management)
Geographic Terms: Nigeria, Zaria (Nigeria)
Abstract: The integration of Learning Management Systems (LMS) has become a cornerstone for maintaining student engagement within the Open, Distance, and e-Learning ecosystem. This study, therefore, investigated LMS features (namely system accessibility, course management, communication tools, and technical support) and postgraduate distance learners ' engagement at Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria. The study was guided by one research questions and four null hypotheses, each addressing one of five specific objectives. Utilizing the descriptive correlational research design, data were collected from 248 students through a structured questionnaire titled "Learning Management System and Student Engagement Questionnaire" (LMSSEQ). Results .showed that the level of engagement among distance learners at Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, was high (Mean = 3.23). Also, each LMS feature, that is, system accessibility (r = 0.64; P<.05), communication tools (r = 0.61; P<.05), course management (r = 0.59; P<.05), and technical support (r = 0.57; P<.05) had a positive and significant relationship with student engagement. These findings underscore the importance of LMS in providing distance learners with effective interaction, flexibility, and support, thus improving their engagement. It is therefore recommended that Open, Distance, and e-Learning institutions further encourage the use of these LMS features to mitigate learner isolation and enhance students' overall engagement. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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Abstract:The integration of Learning Management Systems (LMS) has become a cornerstone for maintaining student engagement within the Open, Distance, and e-Learning ecosystem. This study, therefore, investigated LMS features (namely system accessibility, course management, communication tools, and technical support) and postgraduate distance learners ' engagement at Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, Nigeria. The study was guided by one research questions and four null hypotheses, each addressing one of five specific objectives. Utilizing the descriptive correlational research design, data were collected from 248 students through a structured questionnaire titled "Learning Management System and Student Engagement Questionnaire" (LMSSEQ). Results .showed that the level of engagement among distance learners at Ahmadu Bello University, Zaria, was high (Mean = 3.23). Also, each LMS feature, that is, system accessibility (r = 0.64; P<.05), communication tools (r = 0.61; P<.05), course management (r = 0.59; P<.05), and technical support (r = 0.57; P<.05) had a positive and significant relationship with student engagement. These findings underscore the importance of LMS in providing distance learners with effective interaction, flexibility, and support, thus improving their engagement. It is therefore recommended that Open, Distance, and e-Learning institutions further encourage the use of these LMS features to mitigate learner isolation and enhance students' overall engagement. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]
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