Title: A two-fold analysis of learning management courses usage in an academic institution

Authors: Elias Gounopoulos; Ioannis Kazanidis; Stavros Valsamidis; Sotirios I. Kontogiannis; Ioannis Petasakis

Addresses: Department of Business administration, University of Western Macedonia, Kozani, 50150, Greece ' Computer Science Department, International Hellenic University, Kavala, 65404, Greece ' Department of Accounting and Finance, International Hellenic University, Kavala, 65404, Greece ' Laboratory Team of Distributed Microcomputer Systems, Department of Mathematics, University of Ioannina, University Campus, Ioannina, 45110, Greece ' Department of Accounting and Finance, International Hellenic University, Kavala, 65404, Greece

Abstract: Learning management system (LMS) are adopted by academic institutions to enhance the educational experience. However, the usage of LMS as an e-collaboration and e-assessment tool is not always satisfactory, since many LMS courses offer an inadequate user experience. The aim of this study is to measure and assess the use of the LMS courses with qualitative and quantitative variables and metrics. This study evaluates which usage and educational content variables affect courses popularity, and classifies courses according to their use. The dataset is derived from a Greek university LMS. Data analysis has combined several variables and metrics to quantify courses and usage characteristics. The results of the analysis revealed that only a few LMS courses were used efficiently, while second semester students showed a greater interest for courses with comprehensive educational content. The instructors need to improve content and motivate students to use LMS courses more efficiently.

Keywords: learning management system; LMS; learning analytics; data analytics; regression analysis; course evaluation.

DOI: 10.1504/IJTEL.2025.147057

International Journal of Technology Enhanced Learning, 2025 Vol.17 No.3, pp.341 - 354

Received: 17 Jan 2024
Accepted: 09 Feb 2024
Published online: 10 Jul 2025 *

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