A study of the academic progress of students in online and traditional education.(EN)

The objective of a study on the educational progress of students in online and traditional education is to conduct a comparative analysis of the academic achievement, learning process, motivation, participation, and academic performance of students studying in both educational systems. This study becomes extremely important considering the rapid expansion of online education and the enduring relevance of traditional classroom-based education in the current digital age. The research attempts to ascertain which educational system proves more effective in the overall educational progress of students and under what circumstances better results can be achieved by combining both.In this study, students associated with online and traditional education were selected as samples using the survey method. Key dimensions such as academic achievement, subject understanding, self-study ability, time management, technical proficiency, teacher-student interaction, and evaluation methodology were included for measuring educational progress. Analysis of the data revealed positive aspects in online education such as flexibility, availability of resources, self-paced learning, and increased technical skills, whereas in traditional education, students' understanding and consistency were found to be relatively higher due to direct interaction, discipline, social interaction, and emotional support.According to the research findings, students in online education were found to be better in self-reliance and digital proficiency, while students in traditional education showed stronger conceptual clarity, regular study habits, and socio-emotional development. The study also indicates that both systems have their limitations—technical issues and lack of self-discipline in online education, and limitations of time and resources in traditional education are major obstacles. Therefore, the research concludes that blended learning (a coordination of online and traditional education) can be the most effective model for students' educational progress. This research provides useful guidance for education policymakers, teachers, and institutions, and makes a significant contribution towards making future education systems more effective, inclusive, and student-centric.