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    The role of ICT in collaborative learning among university students
    (UMT Lahore, 2024-11-18) Ayesha Akram
    Investigating the role of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) in collaborative learning among university students is essential as ICT has rapidly emerged as one of the most effective tools in the pedagogy of higher education. The study is designed to meet the following objectives 1) To identify ICT role in collaborative learning on university students‘ engagement 2) To find out ICT role in collaborative learning on the cognitive skills of university students 3) To investigate challenges of using ICT in collaborative learning among university students 4) To find out the significant differences in the demographic characteristics (gender, level of education) on the variables of the study. The study was quantitative in nature. Research design was descriptive. Population constituted students of private university of Lahore city. 250 students of five private sector universities of Lahore city were selected as a sample for data collection through a convenient sampling technique. An adapted questionnaire after undergoing validation and reliability procedures was employed to collect data. Descriptive and inferential statistics were used for data analysis by using SPSS. Findings reported that ICT role in collaborative learning is more effective for student engagement as compared to the students‘ cognitive skills. Limited access to ICT tools is the significant and biggest barrier in the usage of ICT in collaborative learning among university students. A group conflict in ICT supported collaborative learning is the least significant barrier. No significant difference has been found at the base of gender and educational level on the variables of the study. It has been recommended to ensure ICT access and training in educational institutions to enhance collaborative learning outcomes. Policymakers and universities may provide resources and support for effective ICT use in classrooms.