Abstract : New possibilities for raising student engagement and academic achievement have emerged as a result of the educational landscape's transformation brought about by the incorporation of digital tools and resources. Learner engagement and academic performance are examined in this article in relation to digital tools and resources. These include learning management systems, educational apps, and interactive technology. To that end, the study draws on a comprehensive literature review, analyses implementation methodologies, and uses quantitative and qualitative research to draw conclusions on the pros, cons, and implications of digital learning tools in the classroom. The findings indicate that digital tools have the potential to greatly increase academic outcomes and student involvement, but that this is conditional on aspects like the quality of their implementation, how easy they are to access, and how prepared the students are.
Keywords : Digital Tools, Student Engagement, Academic Performance, Educational Technology, Learning Management Systems
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