Impact of Using Digital Resources on Adult Students' Wellbeing

This dissertation explores the impact of using digital resources such as e-books and e-journals on the wellbeing of adult students at UKCBC Wentworth House Campus. The study collects primary data through interviews and analyzes it qualitatively. The findings suggest that the use of digital resources positively affects the digital wellbeing of adult students, but there are also concerns to address. Recommendations are provided to promote the use of digital resources in the campus.

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An exploration of the impact of using digital resources such as e-books and e-
journals on the adult students (UKCBC Wentworth House Campus) wellbeing for
their studies?
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Table of Contents
1. Methodology.......................................................................................................5
1.1. Introduction...................................................................................................5
1.2. Research Philosophy: Epistemology...........................................................5
1.2.1. Research Paradigm: Interpretivism (Constructive)...............................6
1.3. Research Approach: Inductive (Building theory).........................................7
1.4. Research Method: Qualitative......................................................................8
1.5. Research Strategies: Narrative (Exploratory)..............................................8
1.6. Data Collection and Analysis Approach.......................................................9
1.6.1. Data Collection Approach......................................................................9
1.6.2. Data Analysis Approach......................................................................11
1.7. Ethical Considerations...............................................................................11
1.8. Conclusion/Chapter Summary...................................................................12
2. Results/Findings...............................................................................................13
2.1. Introduction.................................................................................................13
2.2. Findings/Results of the Interview...............................................................13
2.2.1. Demographic Profile/ Background......................................................14
2.2.2. Thematic Analysis...............................................................................15
2.3. Chapter Summary......................................................................................22
3. Discussion.........................................................................................................23
3.1. Introduction.................................................................................................23
3.2. Analysis of the Impact of Using Digital Resources on Adult Students......23
3.2.1. Adult Students’ perception towards e-Resource usage over Print
Resources................................................................................................................25
3.2.2. Use of Digital Resources and its link with Digital Wellbeing...............26
3.3. Identification of the Importance of Using Digital Resources......................27
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3.4. Comparison between Digital Resources and Print Resources..................28
3.5. Recommendations for Institution to enhance the use of Digital Resources
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3.6. Chapter Summary......................................................................................29
4. Conclusion........................................................................................................30
4.1. Key Findings..............................................................................................33
4.2. Scope of Future Study...............................................................................34
5. Recommendations............................................................................................34
6. Reflection..........................................................................................................35
References............................................................................................................38
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Executive Summary
The undertaken research aims in analysis of the influence of digital resources on the
digital wellbeing of the adult students in UKCBC Wentworth House Campus. The study
has collected primary data from the respondents having a first-hand knowledge of the
research problem. The research methods used include use of epistemology research
philosophy that has guided the researcher in identification of the research problem
along with the tools and techniques suitable for performing the research. A qualitative
research tool has been used in the study to analyze the data collected from the
respondents. In the following sections, the report offers a comprehensive overview of
the key processes that are used to successfully execute the research project. Primary
data is opted in this study. The needed primary data is collected in form of semi
structured interview. The researcher has collected data from ten students of UKCBC
Wentworth House Campus to learn about their perspective towards using digital
resources. The collection of data in form of interview ensures validity and genuineness
of the obtained data. The collected data has undergone thematic analysis to discourse
the impact of making use of e resources towards the digital wellbeing of the adult
students.
The data analysis section of the report gives a comprehensive understanding of the
viewpoints of the students of UKCBC Wentworth House Campus. The detailed data
analysis reveals that the students find it easier to make use of e resources in
comparison to the print resources. Since majority of the students work as part time
worker it is easier for them to carry the print resources to work. It is easier to access the
print resources from their smart devices. The result of the analysis indicate that the
usage of the e resources positively impact the digital wellbeing of the adult students.
However, there are certain key concerns linked with the continuous use of e-resources,
which include the health issues. Thus, on basis of the findings, certain
recommendations are made to reduce the negative impact of the use of digital
resources. The research report provides the evidences of successful research
completion. The report provides the evidences of successful fulfillment of the key aims
and objectives of the undertaken research. The report provides an idea of key research
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limitations that suggest a scope of future study in this research area. The report delivers
a detailed overview of the key area in which the undertaken research can further be
improved. The main limitation of this particular research is the constricted sample size
that is chosen for the study. The research involves collection of data from ten students
of UKCBC Wentworth House Campus, which is the main research limitation as more
accurate data could have been collected if the sample size was larger. The research
result suggest that since usage of digital resources has a positive effect on the digital
wellbeing of the adult students, the use of digital resources can be promoted in UKCBC
Wentworth House Campus.
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1. Methodology
1.1. Introduction
Research Methodology can be indicated as specific procedure and technique
that are used for collection and analysis of the specific information needed in a
research. In this chapter of the undertaken study, the researcher discusses the
approaches and the techniques with which the data related to exploration of the impact
of using e resources such as e-books and e-journals on the adult students’ wellbeing
was collected and analyzed (Quinlan et al. 2019). In the following section the research
philosophy, paradigm, approach and the method used by the researcher are discussed.
Identification of a correct method for collection and analysis of the research data
was necessary to ensure that the undertaken research is a success. The correct
identification of the appropriate methods used in the research was further necessary for
validation of the research reliability (Oh, 2014). The researcher chose to make use of
epistemology research philosophy as it deals with certain specific knowledge source. In
this particular research having a specific knowledge source was necessary to
understand the factors that affect the wellbeing of the student and the impact of making
use of digital resources on students’ wellbeing of a specific University. Along with that,
the paradigm of the research that was used in the study, is Interpretevism which has
benefited the researcher in understanding the research problem and in finding solution
to the identified problem (Taylor, Bogdan and DeVault, 2015). This paragraph is
covering the M criteria of the study. The following sections further discusses the
research strategy, methods for data collection and the data investigation method that
the researcher used to fulfill the objectives of the research.
1.2. Research Philosophy: Epistemology
It is integral to identify an effective research philosophy as it is associated with
the source and the nature of knowledge development. It helps in easier identification of
the ways in which the research data can be obtained, analyzed and used (Bridges,
2016). The epistemology is mainly linked with possibilities, sources limitations of
knowledge and its nature in the field of research (Dana and Dumez, 2015). In this
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particular study the collected data has only accepted observable phenomenon that are
based on the facts and knowledge related to the topic (Pernecky, 2016). In this case,
primary data was obtained from the students to understand the impact of the e
resources on wellbeing of the adult student. Epistemology research is based on four
categories which comprise of the intuitive knowledge, logical knowledge, authoritarian
knowledge, and empirical knowledge (Bell, Bryman and Harley, 2018). The choice of
this philosophy was justified mainly this philosophy integrate all the sources of
knowledge in a specific study (Mayer, 2015). Therefore, the choice of epistemology has
proven to be beneficial for the undertaken research. Epistemology philosophy is linked
with both observable and subjective data with acceptable knowledge which has ensured
that the focus of the research is kept intact throughout the execution of the study. This
paragraph is covering the D criteria of the study.
1.2.1. Research Paradigm: Interpretivism (Constructive)
The paradigm that was chosen for the undertaken research in interpretivism
research paradigm. This research philosophy was needed for the researcher to get a
detailed understanding of a particular problem or process (Gog, 2015). Interpretivism is
majorly used for interpreting the various elements of the study by integrating the several
human interest in the study. In accordance to that, the development of the philosophy of
interpretivism is largely based on positivism philosophy that deals with factual
knowledge (Drake, Rancilio and Stafford, 2017). This research paradigm is further
based on making use of naturalistic approach of collection of data. These approaches
include collection of data through the process of interview and observation.
Interpretivism paradigm further allows the use of secondary research in a study (Ryan,
2018). However, in this case, primary data was collected for the research directly from
the students of UKCBC Wentworth House Campus.
The choice of this particular paradigm was justified since the undertaken
research required strong observation and collection of data from the primary sources.
Through the method of interview, first hand data could be collected. With the help of
interpretivism approach the qualitative study that is associated with the research is
carried out in an effective manner. This paragraph is covering the M criteria of the study.
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1.3. Research Approach: Inductive (Building theory)
The research approach that was chosen for this undertaken research in inductive
approach. Correct identification of an effective research approach was necessary to
prove the relevance of the study. There are mainly three types of approaches in
research, which include the deductive approach, the inductive approach and abductive
approach.
The deductive approach is primarily used for testing the validity and the
assumptions associated with the undertaken research (Walliman, 2017). In this
particular research, the study was mostly based on evaluation of the impact of e
resources on the digital wellbeing of the adult student of UKCBC Wentworth House
Campus and therefore, there is a little place for assumptions. This paragraph is
covering the M criteria of the study.
The Inductive approach on the other hand contributes to the emergence of the
new theories and generalizations. The inductive approach is not linked with testing of
any hypothesis and is largely based on observations (Jebb, Parrigon and Woo, 2017).
Therefore, inductive approach was chosen for this research mainly because it has
ensured a detailed observation of the students’ behavior and impact of making use
digital and e-resources on their well-being. The inductive reasoning approach is a
bottom up method where the researcher puts focus on the type and nature of the data
until the completion of the study (Woo, O'Boyle and Spector, 2017). This particular
study was focused on interviewing the students regarding their experience on the use of
digital resources such as e books and e journals. The use of e resources has gradually
become a common need for the students of the different Universities across the globe.
This trend is present in UKCBC Wentworth House Campus. The choice of the
inductive approach was justified as with this approach, the researcher could use his
observations to build an abstraction to designate the key phenomenon that is being
evaluated. This method is mainly used to identify a particular pattern of the study to
give rise to new theories. There is a very little use of existing theories in this
methodology. Therefore, the inductive research approach is mostly linked with the use
of qualitative methods of obtaining and analyzing of the research data that is obtained.
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The deductive approach on the other hand is mainly professed to be linked to
quantitative methods. Since the chosen research study deals with qualitative data
collected from interview, the choice of inductive approach is valid.
The abductive research approach is mainly used for addressing the weakness
of the inductive and the deductive approach. The deductive approach generally involves
lack of clarity while the inductive approach mostly lacks the use of empirical data as it is
focused on theory building. Abductive reasoning is mostly used for overcoming those
weakness. Abductive approach was not chosen primarily because the undertaken
research did not require the use of empirical data and therefore, could be well
implemented with the use of inductive approach. This paragraph is covering the M
criteria of the study.
1.4. Research Method: Qualitative
Identification of an accurate research method was mostly necessary to ascertain
that the key objectives of the research is fulfilled. The qualitative method has been
chosen as the entire research was based on collection of non-numerical data from the
interview (Ormston et al., 2014). Qualitative research method generally involves
analysis of the data in form of narrative analysis, content analysis, discourse analysis,
framework analysis and by making use of grounded theory. One key consideration of
qualitative analysis method is that there is no proper universally applicable techniques
that can be used to generate the findings (Taylor, Bogdan and DeVault, 2015).
However, the analytical and the critical skills of the researcher generally has a
noteworthy role to play in ascertaining that the undertaken research is a success
(Jamshed, 2014). There is a key set of techniques that is used for identification of the
common themes related to the research and in generation of an effective research
result. The choice of the qualitative research method was justified mostly because the
entire research did not involve collection or use of any quantitative data for the
research.
1.5. Research Strategies: Narrative (Exploratory)
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Identification of an effective research strategy was necessary to ascertain that
any undertaken research is conducted in a planned manner and the related objective of
the study is fulfilled. The strategy or the design of the research chosen by the
researcher wad\s exploratory or the narrative approach (Tracy, 2019). Exploratory
strategy was chosen for the research as this particular strategy is mostly used to
address a problem that has not been clearly defined. Benefits of making use of e
resources has been already established through various researches, however, the
effect of making use of digital resources on adult students’ wellbeing was not clearly
defined (Silverman, 2016). This strategy was chosen as it is mostly intended in
establishment of the priorities in identification of the key issues linked with the use of
digital resources that can affect the digital wellbeing of the adult students. This
paragraph is covering the D criteria of the study.
The choice of exploratory study was justified as it has helped in understanding
the subject of the study in a preliminary manner and the researches that include the use
of direct observations in identification of the research problems. The use of exploratory
research further helped in defining the nature of problem for developing an accurate
understanding of the research problem.
Apart from exploratory research strategy, explanatory strategy is also used in the
researches where the key research problem is not correctly defined. This particular
strategy mainly defines priorities which further generates operational definition of the
problem and provides a better model of the research. This strategy is mostly used for
explaining the aspect of the study in a more accurate manner. However, the undertaken
study involves a clear problem definition and therefore, the explanatory strategy was not
opted in this study.
1.6. Data Collection and Analysis Approach
1.6.1. Data Collection Approach
The qualitative research method that was chosen for research involves collection
of the data from the students of UKCBC Wentworth House Campus to collect data from
the firsthand knowledge source. The method that was opted for collection of primary
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data is interview. Since the study is focused mainly on understanding impression of
making use of digital resources on the wellbeing of the students the data required for
the research was collected directly from the adult students.
The method that was chosen for collection of primary data from the students of
UKCBC Wentworth House Campus is direct interview. Interviews are generally
indicated as qualitative research technique which generally involves a small number of
respondents (Mayer, 2015). Through the method of interview, a particular idea is
explored in relation to a particular idea, program or a situation.
Interviews are generally conducted in three different forms which include,
structured, semi structured and unstructured. The structured interview is the easiest
form of conducting an interview as it generally consists of a series of preset or
predetermined question that the chosen interviewees need to answer (Alshenqeeti,
2014). Therefore, data collected through this interview process is mainly straightforward
where comparison of the different answers can be made. The unstructured interview
is entirely different from structured interview as it involves collection of data in an
informal manner. This is least reliable from a research perspective as in this process no
questions are prepared for the interview. This type of interview is not reliable as there is
a high level of biasness observed in this process.
The semi-structured interview however, contains the components of both
structure and unstructured interviews. In this method of primary data collection, the
interviewer mainly formulates a set of same questions that are to be answered by all the
respondents. However, at the time of interview, additional questions can also be asked
to clarify the answers provided by the respondents. The method chosen for this
research is semi-structured interview as the interview was conducted with the student
and there was a need of further clarity with the primary answers that were provided by
the students (Powney and Watts, 2018). The choice of this method is justified as it
helped in collection of appropriate research data needed for understanding the influence
of the use of digital resources on the adult students of UKCBC Wentworth House
Campus. The semi-structured interview process has proven to be beneficial mainly
because it had eliminated the risk of biased results that are generally obtained by
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making use of unstructured interview method. Structured interview does not allow clarity
of the information and therefore, that interview process was not chosen. This paragraph
is covering the D criteria of the study.
Sampling
The sample size chosen for interview was 10 adult students who are aged
between 21- 45 from UKCBC Wentworth House Campus. The sampling method that
was chosen for this study is purposive sampling technique. This technique was chosen
mainly because this technique provided the researcher to select the samples that links
to the purpose of the study. The 10 students chosen for the interview were interviewed
separately in the Wentworth House Campus. A separate form was maintained for
documenting the demographic data which included age, gender, job role and previous
study. Each interview had lasted for 15 to 30 minutes maximum and all the answers
were recorded. The obtained data was interpreted by making use of thematic data
interpretation tools. This paragraph is covering the M Criteria.
1.6.2. Data Analysis Approach
A qualitative data analysis method is opted for this particular study. The data for
the study has been collected by interviewing 10 students of UKCBC Wentworth House
Campus. The information obtained from the student will undergo thematic
analysis/manual analysis to obtain the research results and to fulfill the research
objectives.
1.7. Ethical Considerations
Since the undertaken study involved collection of primary data, there were
certain ethical considerations linked with the research. Understanding the ethical
principles was a critical aspect for a successful research project. Therefore, the
following ethical considerations were maintained in collection and analysis of the data in
this particular study.
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1. The consent of the participants were taken before the collection of data. Every
participant had been given a consent form that documented their voluntary participation
in the research.
2. The secrecy of the collected data and the privacy of the research participants
were maintained. Confidentiality and anonymity are two key ethical principles that are
associated with a research (Connelly, 2014).
3. The research participants were not exposed to any harm and respect and the
dignity of the research participants were prioritized.
4. Transparency and Honesty was maintained throughout the research study.
The above four ethical considerations were considered to ensure success of the
research study that has been conducted.
1.8. Conclusion/Chapter Summary
The methodology chapter is an integral chapter of a research as it provides an
idea of the framework tools and techniques used for the research. The methodology
chapter has provided an overview of the tools that the researcher has made use to
accumulate and analyze the data of the study. The proposed research has involved
collection of primary data and analysis of the data through qualitative analysis method.
The primary data is collected by the method of semi structured interview, where the
views of students are taken regarding the use of digital resources. The methodology
chapter gives an understanding of the key ethical considerations of linked with the
successful completion of the undertaken study.
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2. Results/Findings
2.1. Introduction
The results and findings chapter provides evidences of the collected data from
the primary sources. The data for the study was obtained by performing a semi
structured interview with the chosen 10 students of UKCBC Wentworth House Campus.
The interview process was linear and each respondent was asked to share their
personal details prior to the start of the interview. The entire interview was carried on in
a semi structured manner. On basis of the responses obtained from the student, the net
question was asked. The data collection process was completed in a successful
manner. The collected data was then analyzed to present the findings of the data in this
chapter. The collected data has undergone thematic analysis and the details of the
interpretation analysis are presented in this chapter. The detailed qualitative data
analysis process has enabled the researcher in finding answers to the aim and
objectives.
The length of the interview for each student was approximately 10- 15 minutes.
Since the interview was semi structured the number of questions differs for each
respondents. On basis of the answers of one question, the following question is asked
to the respondent. The details of the questions asked and the replies of each of the
respondents are indicated in the appendix. On basis of the information obtained from
the research respondents, the researcher has interpreted the data on basis of certain
themes. This chapter provides the details and the evidences of the thematic analysis of
the data and the information obtained from each of the ten research respondents. The
findings of this chapter will help in analyzing the impact of making usage of e resources
on the digital well-being of the students of UKCBC Wentworth House Campus. The use
of thematic analysis was justified for this study as this type of analysis helps in
identification of the key patterns of themes of the interview data. The study has
identified six broad themes and the entire analysis is done on basis of these themes.
2.2. Findings/Results of the Interview
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The findings from the collected interview data is segregated into two parts for
better understanding. In appendix B, all the questions that were asked to each of the 10
students are documented. The questions are divided into two categories, background
questions and questions about the digital resources. The findings of the data are
presented in a similar manner. The background questions are demographically
analyzed and the questions about the digital resources are analyzed on basis of the
identified themes. In the following section, the results and analysis of the obtained data
from the transcript are presented. This paragraph is covering the M Criteria.
2.2.1. Demographic Profile/ Background
As per the data obtained from the semi-structured interview all the ten
respondents of the interview are student of UKCBC Wentworth House Campus. When
the respondents were asked to tell something about themselves (appendix B and C), all
the respondents said that they are working student.
Since all the research respondents are working student, it had been easier to
collect data about the usefulness/ advantages and the disadvantages of e resources. As
a part of collection of the demographic data, every research respondents were inquired
to comment whether they make use of digital resources or e resources in their studies.
All the participants have said that they make usage of digital resources to aid their
studies. Since all the respondents are working students, the tendency of making use of
e resources in more. For example, the response of respondent 2 regarding the usage of
e resources- “My time schedule is pretty busy, and I would like to be in control of it. So,
there is not any better way of doing my studies apart using digital resources” indicate
that the respondents make use of this type of resources to save time. While the
respondent 4 indicated that “I love to use e-journals as they are trustable resources that
has an author. Also, there always be a space for e-books and they provide a lot of
information needed for my studies” On interpretation of this particular response, it can
be indicated that the respondents prefer to make usage of e resources as it saves time
and physical space.
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However, there are few responses as well, which indicate that student make use
of both e resources and digital resources. For example, the respondents 3 has indicated
that she makes use of both print and e resources. This respondent have provided a
clear distinction about the ease of usage of print resources and digital resources. The
respondent said that “there are various resources that I use such as printed books,
magazines and digital such as journals, blogs, and books. It really depends on the
circumstances as if I am in the Park will be difficult to carry out and use any printed
resources. That is why I do use digital resources more often than printed ones”. The
interpretation analysis of this particular comment indicate that the usage of e resources
are increasing particularly because of its easy of usage. This particular respondent is a
nanny and hence cannot carry books everywhere. Thus, the usage of e resources is
completely influenced by on its easy availability and ease of usage. The 6th participant
to be interviewed also indicated that he make use of both digital resources and print
resources. Thus, it can be commented that all the respondents are mindful of the use of
digital resources as none of them designated that the make use of only print resources.
Thus, the choice of this particular group of respondents for collection of the data about
the research is completely justified. Since each of the participants are mindful of the use
of electronic resources in the study, the data obtained from them can be considered as
legitimate and the obtained data from those participants can be considered for
evaluation of the impact of digital or e resources on the digital wellbeing of the adult
students of UKCBC Wentworth House Campus. In the following section, the responses
of each of the participants are analyzed on basis of certain themes that are identified
from the responses of the research respondents and understanding of the researcher.
2.2.2. Thematic Analysis
Thematic analysis can be designated as a process that researchers generally
make use of to analyze the collected qualitative data. This study involves
interpretation of the data obtained through the process of interview from ten selected
student of UKCBC Wentworth House Campus. A semi-structured interview process is
used in this particular research. On basis of the information obtained from this interview,
certain broad themes are identified. This paragraph is covering the M Criteria. The
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interpretation analysis is carried out on basis of the identified themes. The thematic/
interpretational analysis of the data obtained by interviewing ten students of UKCBC
Wentworth House Campus are indicated as follows-
Theme 1: The e-resources or Digital Resources are Quite Useful for Studies
(Perceived Usefulness)
Sub Theme 1: Availability of e resources (The digital resources are useful as they
are easily available inside the campus)
Sub Theme 2: Behavioral Intention (The adult student are interested in making
use of e resources)
Interpretation
The first theme that is analyzed in consideration to the research is about
“perceived usefulness” or how useful is the e resources to the student so that its impact
on the digital well-being of the adult students are evaluated. The different sets of
questions that were asked to the research respondents aimed in collection of data
regarding the perceived usefulness of the e resources. This was necessary as
evaluation of the impact of usage of e resources requires identification of the usefulness
of e-resources that will promote the usage of the resources. On basis of the collected
data, it is seen that majority of the respondents have talked positively about the
perceived usefulness of the e resources.
Perceived Usefulness is demarcated as the degree in which a particular person
believed that making use of a specific system will improve the job performance that is it
measures the process in which someone perceived a technology to be useful.
Evaluation of this particular theme was necessary for this research mainly because the
study aims in analysis of the impact of using digital resources including e books and e
journals for their studies. The usage of digital resources have increased because of
their perceived usefulness. For example, the third participant who was interviewed for
this study is a nanny. This respondent mostly make use of digital resources because of
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its easier availability. Thus, a sub theme that can be considered for this particular theme
is “availability of e resources”.
The usage of e resources is directly linked with its availability and therefore, the
main theme of usefulness of e resources is related to the sub theme of availability of e
resources. Majority of the participants have indicated that UKCBC Wentworth House
Campus provides easy access to the e resources from its digital library. The fourth
respondent have designated that easy availability of e-resources have made him usage
of e resources.
The main theme is linked with another sub theme of behavioral intention.
Behavioral intention is linked with a person’s subjective probability of accomplishing
some behavior. For effective analysis of the impact of e resources on digital well-being
of a student, it is necessary to analyze the behavioral intention of the users.
On basis of the thematic interpretation, it can be indicated that the students of
UKCBC house campus mostly have a positive behavioral intention towards the usage of
e resources. The analysis specifies that majority of the students have a positive
“perceived usefulness” about the usage of e resources, which have a significant impact
on the digital wellbeing of an adult student. The adult student of the college, find it
useful to make usage of e resources for their studies. However, it is quite integral to
address whether the impact is positive or negative. This paragraph is covering the D
Criteria
Respondent Answer
The thematic analysis is done on basis of the responses of the respondents. Few
of the responses that are collected in relation to the above discussed theme are
indicated as follows-
When the interview participant four was asked to provide opinion about the
usage of digital resources on campus, the respondents have provided his views
regarding its perceived usefulness. The respondent indicated that “I have seen that the
world in general has moved quite forward where I would find any e-books and e-
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journals up to my content whenever I need them”. The respondent further indicated that
“These books have provided me with less time-consuming factors about searching
several unauthorized books online as my university portal has every e-book or e-journal
that I require”. Respondent 7 has indicated that “the use of e resources definitely have
positive impact on my studies as I can easily access the e resources whenever it’s
needed”.
The respondents have also provided several other evidences regarding the key
use of the digital resources. Respondent 3 when asked about any positive and negative
impact of e resources, the respondent said that “I believe that huge amount of money
can be saved due to the use of the digital resources such as e-journals”. “According to
me, binding costs and the postage costs are the overhead costs for the students of
UKCBC can be reduced if digital resources are used. Thus, I agree with the fact that the
incorporation of digital journals is very much beneficial for the well-being of the
students”. These responses indicate that the adult students find e-resources to be
useful and effective for their studies.
The answer of the respondents from the semi structured interview further
provides evidences of easy availability of the e resources in Campus. The fourth
respondent said that “Provided the situations I have been in the latest times and the
resources that I have been provided by my College, I believe that more or less I have
been impacted by the digital activities” This indicates that UKCBC house campus
provides an easy access to the digital resource. The evidences of a positive behavioral
intention is collected from the students through a semi structure interview. For example,
on answer to the question whether the use of digital resources should be promoted in
the campus, the sixth interview respondents said that “Certainly yes, if the use of digital
resources are promoted, it will definitely lead to decrease in use of print resources”.
Similarly majority of the other respondents have shown a positive behavioral intention
about the use of digital resources. This paragraph is covering the D Criteria
The thematic analysis and the interpretation indicate that majority of the students
of UKCBC house campus find digital resources quite useful for their studies. This
indicate that the usage of digital resources has a significant influence on the digital well-
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being of the adult student. To analyze whether the impact is positive or negative, the
following themes are analyzed.
Theme 2: The Digital Resources are quite easy to use (Perceived Ease of Use)
Sub Theme 1: The experience of using the system is positive (Using System)
Sub Theme 2: The Attitude of student in using Digital Resources (Attitude
towards system)
Interpretation
The analysis of the impact of e resources on the digital well-being of the adult
students of UKCBC house campus requires analysis of the perceived ease of use.
Analyzing the perceived ease of use of the digital resources is quite necessary to
understand whether the digital resources have positive or negative impact on the digital
well-being of the adult students. The questions related to the above themes have
yielded similar results. On analyzing the comment of each of the ten students, it is
observed that majority of the students have a positive perception regarding ease of use
about the digital resources. Thus, the tendency of increasing the use of digital resources
is higher. This can have both positive and negative influence on the digital well-being of
the student.
The process of use of the digital resources is directly linked with its perceived
ease of use. Thus, analysis of the sub theme of using system becomes a necessity.
From the interview, mixed reaction regarding using system is observed. For example,
the fourth respondent has specified that he likes to make usage of e resources as they
are trustable and provide a lot of information for their studies. While the 5th participant
has indicated that he has used only the e- resources that have been provided by the
campus. The digital wellbeing is related to making use of technology for the benefit of
an individual. The responses to the questions related to using system indicate that
majority of the respondents have obtained positive results regarding the usage of e
resources, apart from some exceptions. Thus, it can be said that the usage of electronic
resources mostly has a positive impact on the digital wellbeing of the adult students.
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The perceived ease of use can further be evaluated on basis of the attitude
towards using a system. A positive attitude towards the usage of e resources can have
a positive influence on digital wellbeing of the students. The questions related to attitude
of using of e resources have obtained mixed responses. The 1st participant of the
interview has shared his contentment of making usage of e resources. The response
indicate that the student has a positive attitude of using digital resources and therefore,
it is expected to have a positive impact on the digital wellbeing of the student. The
second participant had a similar view regarding the use of digital resources. However,
some responses highlights the negative effect of using e resources. The usage of digital
resources can have negative influence of health of the student, which indicate that the
digital resources can have a negative impact on digital wellbeing of a student.
Therefore, it can be interpreted that a positive ease of use of digital resources has a
tendency of yielding a positive impact on the digital wellbeing of a student. This
paragraph is covering the D Criteria
Respondent Answer
The answers obtained from the respondent indicate that most of the students
have said that they found the use of digital resources quite effective. Respondent 10
indicated that “although I am quite new to the use of digital resources, I find these
resources quite effective as the data I am looking for can be easily searched digitally
and the related papers can be easily downloaded”. On the other hand, the participant 3
has indicated that “the use of digital resources is very much useful for the online
students who are pursuing their education in a distant learning environment”
Regarding the experience of using the system, the fourth respondent has
specified that “I love to use e-journals as they are trustable resources that has an
author. Also, there always be a space for an e-books and they provide a lot of
information needed for my studies.”
The evidence of having a positive attitude towards using the e resources has
been obtained from the respondents. For example, the 1st participant has said that “The
use of digital resources has increased over the years and I am quite glad that UKCBC
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Wentworth House Campus has the facility of making use of digital resources. This
resources so far helped me in my studies as I am able to get easy access to the
resources needed”
The thematic analysis and interpretation specify that usage of e resources is
quite prominent in UKCBC Wentworth House Campus and most of the student has
shown a positive behavioral intention of making use of the e resources. Since the
students are using e resources for the ease of their studies, it can be designated that
the use of digital resources have a positive influence on the digital wellbeing of a
student.
Theme 3- The impact of the use of Digital Resources on Digital Wellbeing
depends on the usage behavior of the Students
Sub Theme 1: The usage behavior is largely affected by the behavior of the
students
Sub Theme 2: The usage behavior is largely affected by attitude of using the
system
Interpretation
On analysis of the sub theme of “attitude towards using” it is observed that the
usage of e resources, can have both positive and negative impact on the digital
wellbeing of a student. Prolonged usage of digital resources can have a negative impact
on the health of student. The impact is largely propelled by the time the student is
spending on the digital resources that is on the usage behavior.
The interpretation of the respondents’ answers indicate that it is quite integral for
the adult students to have a knowledge and experience about the negative impact and
the health hazards linked with the usage of e-resources to limit the negative impact of
the same on the digital wellbeing of an adult student. The attitude towards using of e
resources should strictly be limited to academic purpose to reduce its negative impact
on health.
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Respondent Answer
Participant 3 has indicated that “the overuse of the digital resources can have a huge
impact on the health causing diseases like obesity and thyroid”. Therefore, it is
mandatory to look after the negative effect of increase in usage of digital resources
before promoting the use of e resources in UKCBC Wentworth House Campus.
The thematic analysis and the interpretation indicate that the impact of the usage
of digital resources can be positive only if the students are able to make a limited usage
of the same. Since the study involves adult student, it is expected that the said college
can make their students understand the negative impact of prolonged use of digital
resources. If this limitation can be addressed it is possible to realize the positive
influence of the usage of e resources on digital wellbeing of the adult students.
2.3. Chapter Summary
The thematic/ interpretational analysis has led to the following findings-
1. Majority of the adult students of the UKCBC Wentworth House Campus are
aware of the use of electronic resources and finds the use of same quite advantageous.
2. The students are mindful of the needs and the drawbacks of making use of e
resources. Since majority of the students of UKCBC Wentworth House Campus are
working student, they find accessing and using e resources quite easier in comparison
to the print resources.
3. The use of resources can have both positive and negative influence on the
digital wellbeing of an adult student; however that completely depends on their attitude
of using the system and experience of using the system.
4. The adult students are required to have a detailed knowledge about the
negative impact of increase in use of e resources. It is recommended that the usage of
digital resources should be limited only for the academic purpose to reduce its negative
impact on health.
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5. The analysis reveals that the use of digital resources in UKCBC Wentworth
House Campus mostly have a positive influence on the digital wellbeing of the adult
students of UKCBC Wentworth House Campus. This paragraph is covering the M
Criteria
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3. Discussion
3.1. Introduction
The results and analysis section has provided evidences of positive impact of
usage of e resources on digital wellbeing of the adult students. Digital wellbeing is
mainly described as a process of sustaining and maintaining a healthy relationship with
technology. The results and findings chapter indicate that in order to maintain a healthy
relationship with technology or to ensure digital well-being, it is necessary for the adult
students to have a negative impact of continuous usage of e resources. The use of e
books and e journals generally have a noteworthy influence on the digital well-being of
the adult students. The growth in the use of digital resources indicate that the students
are maintaining a healthy relationship with technology thus, confirming the digital
wellbeing of the students of UKCBC Wentworth House Campus. The findings and the
analysis chapter has provided evidences of primary data. The findings of the primary
data will be linked with the existing literature to verify the genuineness of the data
collected and analyzed. The discussion chapter will link the research aims and
objectives with the analyzed data citing evidences from the secondary sources.
3.2. Analysis of the Impact of Using Digital Resources on Adult Students
According to Coughlin, Campbell and Jansen (2016), the insight of the adult
students differs on the usage of e resources. The findings from the primary data indicate
that some student prefer to use only e resources while other make use of both e
resources and print resources. The analysis of the impact of making usage of digital
resources can be evaluated by analysing the positive and the negative influence on the
learning experience of the adult students. The adoption of newer and innovative
technologies enhances the educational experience of the digital learners (Morgan,
2014). The adult students of UKCBC Wentworth House Campus are found to be more
interested in making use of digital resources. Technology act as a catalyst for better
learning and it act as an effective tool for driving a better learning opportunity.
The increase in the usage of e resources offer a number of benefits. It increases
the interaction of the students with technology and offers benefits of open education and
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online group collaboration. According to Lee (2019), technology has an ability of
enhancing the relationship between teachers and students. The increase in usage of e
resources enables the students to collaborate more easily with their teachers and other
class mates (Cabellon and Junco, 2015). This definitely indicate a healthy relationship
with technology thus, having a positive influence on the digital wellbeing of the adult
students. In this context, the effect of integration of mobile devices with teaching and
learning of students can be analysed. Majority of the students who participated in the
interview has specified that they prefer to make use of digital resources as it can be
easily accessed through their smart phone. When asked to share their experience of
about the use of digital resources, the second respondent indicated that “ The e-books
and e-journals are quality materials and hence they prove to be of great help in
assisting us in our learning courses. We do not have to search for the normal books in
our cupboard for studying and can access these easily from our smart devices.”
Similarly when asked about the usage experience of e resources the eight respondent
said that “Yes, I find the use of e resources quite easy as I can easily access them even
in my work through my smart phone” Therefore, it can be said that one of the primary
reasons behind the increase in use of e resources is definitely related to the increase in
use of smart phone. The integration of mobile devices with learning is expected to have
a positive influence on the learning process of the adult students (Crompton and Burke
2018). This paragraph is covering the D Criteria
Role of Mobile Devices in promoting Digital Education: Mobile devices have been
introduced in education context over the past two decades and this technology has
enabled people to carry their individual small computers in form of mobile devices
(Stephen and Plowman, 2014). Modern smart mobile devices have exceptional
computing powers liked that of a tablet or personal computers along with the e book
readers (Baron, Calixte and Havewala, 2017). Thus, it can be said that the mobile
devices have a significant potential for improving the traditional classroom learning by
promoting the informal outdoor learning process. This paragraph is covering the M
Criteria
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Thus, it can be indicated that e learning process is significantly influenced by the
usage of mobile devices. The primary data collected from the interview further indicate
that the use of digital resources in UKCBC Wentworth House Campus is largely
influenced by the use of smart devices. Every adult student carry their smart devices to
work, which enable them to access the e resources even when they are at work
(Witecki and Nonnecke 2015). On a contrary, the print resources are not easily
accessible. This, promotes the use of e resources in UKCBC Wentworth House
Campus.
The aim of the finding and analysis chapter was to identify the impact of using
digital resources on their digital wellbeing. The interpretational analysis has indicated
that the impact of usage of digital resources on digital wellbeing is largely prejudiced by
the perception of the students on
3.2.1. Adult Students’ perception towards e-Resource usage over Print Resources
The examination of the collected primary data indicated that the effect of e
resources on the digital wellbeing of adult students are largely dependent on their
awareness of making a limited usage of the same (Yot-Domínguez and Marcelo, 2017).
This is important since the examination of the primary data and the findings of the
secondary data indicate that prolonged usage of digital resources can have a negative
impact on the health of the students. Thus, to analyze the actual influence of digital
resources on the digital wellbeing of the adult students, it becomes primarily necessary
to analyze the perception of the adult students towards the usage of digital resources.
This paragraph is covering the D Criteria
The data obtained from the interview that was conducted indicate that the adult
student of UKCBC Wentworth House Campus has a positive perception towards the
usage of digital resources. This perception is mostly driven by the effectiveness of
accessing the digital resources and their ease of availability. On interviewing about the
perception of the use of digital resources, the ninth student indicated that “In my
campus, there is 24 hours of free access to e-books and e-journals provided to us by
the university. The e-library services offered to us contain all the books and journals
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that we need for our courses and possibly even more. When we get admitted to the
university, we were provided access to the library with our own login id and passwords
so that we can access the library anytime in a secure manner”. Thus, it can be indicated
that the perception of the adult students of UKCBC Wentworth House Campus is mostly
positive since the University offer an easy access to the digital resources. None of the
ten students who are interviewed for the study has provided any negative opinion
concerning the usage of digital resources. The perception of the adult students towards
the use of digital resources is mostly positive since they are a cost effective alternative
to the printed resources. Along with that, the can be accessed by the students while
they are at work (Hatlevik, Guðmundsdóttir and Loi, 2015). This is the primary reason
behind adult student having a positive perception towards the use of digital resources.
This finding is supported by the finding of the literature review. The evaluation of the
secondary sources indicate that adult student find digital resources quite useful in
comparison to the print resources as they are easily downloadable from internet. Along
with that the option of selective or quick searching and the advantage of not having to
carry the printed resources promotes the use of printed resources (Zahrani and Laxman
2016). Therefore, it can be interpreted that the usage of digital resources has a positive
impact on the studies of adult students and it further has a strong impact on the digital
wellbeing of the adult students. This paragraph is covering the M Criteria
3.2.2. Use of Digital Resources and its link with Digital Wellbeing
The usage of digital resources such as e books and e journals increases the
students’ engagement towards their studies. This is mostly possible because of their
ease of access and easy storage. The data collected from the primary resources
indicate that the use of technology based resources sparks the interest of the student in
interacting more with the digital resource. While interviewed about the advantages of
the e resources, most of the respondents have shown that they prefer the use of e
resources mostly because of its easy accessibility through their smart devices. This
paragraph is covering the D Criteria
Digital wellbeing is the concept of sustaining and maintaining a healthy
relationship with technology (Dobler, 2015). In today’s competitive business world,
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technology has become an important part of our lives, which increases the amount of
time that is spent online. The increase in the time spent online have a significant effect
on the health of an individual. Wellbeing is mainly dependent on the mental and
physical health of a person (Robin, 2015). Digital wellbeing has an ability of simplifying
the life of an individual (Crompton, Burke and Gregory 2017). Digital wellbeing is related
to the aim of sustaining a healthy relationship with technology. This is influenced by the
online interaction along with the amount of time spent on the use of digital devices. This
paragraph is covering the M Criteria
The increase in the usage of e resources indicate that students are spending a
significantly large amount of time online to access and read the e resources. This
significantly helps impacts the digital wellbeing of the adult students. However,
excessive use of technology can significantly have a negative influence on the health of
an individual. The health issue include effect on eyes, thyroid and obesity. However,
since the study is focused on the adult students of UKCBC Wentworth House Campus,
the impact of the usage of e resources on the digital wellbeing of the adult students of
this campus are needed to be evaluated. The increase in the usage of e resources have
a significant positive impact on the digital wellbeing (Alexander, Adams and Cummins,
2016). All the adult students have a significantly good understanding of the use of e
resource, the process in which those resources can be accessed which indicate a
positive digital wellbeing (Hyman, Moser and Segala 2014). As interpreted from the
examination of the primary data, most of the students of UKCBC Wentworth House
Campus prefer the usage of digital resources. This proves a positive digital wellbeing.
Thus, it can be indicated that the use of digital resources has a positive influence on
the digital wellbeing of the adult students of the campus. Thus, there is a high chance of
increasing the usage of digital resources in the campus.
3.3. Identification of the Importance of Using Digital Resources
The discussion in the previous section has indicated that the usage of e
resources has a positive influence on the digital wellbeing of the adult students. Thus, it
can be indicated that the usage of digital resources is expected to increase in the
campus. The positive digital wellbeing is largely influenced by the use of digital
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resources (Howard, Ma and Yang, 2016). Therefore, analysis of the importance of using
digital resources becomes a necessity.
The analysis and thematic interpretation of the primary data has identified
several advantages of making use of digital resources. For example, the usage of e
resources is a cost effective approach and can be easily stored in digital devices. It can
be easily read through smart devices (Hurst, 2015). E resources play a prominent role
in supporting higher educational objectives. E resources prove to be a source of
information that can be quickly accessed and can be accessed in a cost effective
manner (Daramola, 2016). This paragraph is covering the M Criteria
The demographic analysis of the data obtained from the primary sources indicate
that majority of the students of UKCBC Wentworth House Campus are working student
and for them it becomes a necessity to make use of the digital resources as they are
unable to carry their books to work. Some work as nanny, some as drivers, and some
as waiters and for them it is difficult to take their physical books to work. The presence
of e resources such as e books and e journals provide them the opportunity of prepare
for their examinations and assignments while they are at work. This is possible since
the electronic resources and journals can be accessed through the smart phone. Apart
from that, there are certain other advantages of making use of e resources. These
include quick access of the information through electronic libraries, storage of the data
through cloud computing and access of e-copy of important books in a much lower cost.
The use of e-resources however involve certain significant challenge at every level of
selection, acquisition, preservation and maintenance (Smith, 2015). However, the
advantages it offer provides an opportunity of increasing its use in future. Thus, the use
of digital resources can possibly increase in UKCBC Wentworth House Campus. This
paragraph is covering the D Criteria
3.4. Comparison between Digital Resources and Print Resources
In recent years, there have been a noteworthy increase in the usage of digital
resources. The data from the primary and the secondary sources indicate that there is a
trend of intensification in use of digital resources mainly because of its ease of
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accessibility. The basic difference between the digital resources and print resources is
its accessibility. The digital resources can be easily downloaded and read though a pdf
reader. It is quite easier to carry the information searching in digital resources in
comparison to the print resources (Hashey and Stahl, 2014). One of the significant
advantage of electronic resource is that it can be accessed from any place (Vyas and
Nirban 2014). Also, print resources provide the facility of indexing and abstracting which
makes its use even easier. The digital resources offer multi user environment which is
not possible with printed resources. Along with that, the cost of the digital resources is
suggestively less than the print resources. Therefore, the usage of e resources is
anticipated to intensify in future (Kasem and Pathak 2015). The increase in the usage of
e resources is expected to have a positive influence on the digital wellbeing of the adult
students. This paragraph is covering the D Criteria
3.5. Recommendations for Institution to enhance the use of Digital Resources
The findings from this chapter indicate that the increase in the usage of e
resources along with mobile learning is predicted to grow in a next few years. It is
recommended for the institution to enhance the usage of digital resources mostly
because it has a positive impact on the digital wellbeing of the adult students. With the
increase in usage of these resources, it is possible to increase the interaction of the
students with technology. The integration of the mobile technology with the regular
learning process can improve the accessibility of digital resources. The
recommendations for institution to enhance the use of digital resources are indicated as
follows-
1. Every University campus should have a dedicated digital library that can
provide the students with an easy access to the digital resources.
2. The Universities must generate awareness among the students about the
limited use of the digital resources to ensure no negative effect on the human health
with the prolonged usage of e resources.
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3. Digital wellbeing of the adult students can be enhanced by making it
mandatory for the students to make usage of e resources. This will increase the
interaction of the students with technology.
3.6. Chapter Summary
The discussion chapter compares the data obtained from the primary sources
with the data obtained from the secondary sources. The analysis and discussion
indicate that usage of resources have a positive influence on the digital wellbeing of the
adult students. The chapter provides a comprehensive idea of the use and importance
of e-resources and its contribution in enhancing the digital wellbeing. It is therefore
recommended for the Universities to promote the usage of digital resources as it has a
significant influence on the digital wellbeing of the adult students.
4. Conclusion
The undertaken qualitative study aimed in exploration of the impact of using
digital resources such as e journals and e books, on adult student wellbeing for their
studies. The study involved collection of primary data from ten students of UKCBC
Wentworth House Campus. The primary data was obtained in form of interview to
understand their views and perspective towards the use of digital resources in UKCBC
Wentworth House Campus and their digital wellbeing. The collected data is then
analyzed using qualitative data analysis method. The results of the analysis indicate
that majority of the students off the campus find it useful to make usage of the digital
resources as it increases the convenience of accessing the needed learning resources
as per their needs. Since majority of students work in per time job, they find it difficult to
carry printed books with them. The efficiency offered by the digital resources include
easy access through smart devices, easy storage and the can be carried anywhere
without any hassle. This paragraph is covering the M criteria.
The findings from the data investigation and the discussion indicate that it is
expected that there will be a growth in the usage of digital resources in UKCBC
Wentworth House Campus as it mostly affects the digital well-being of the students in a
positive manner. However, the detailed exploration of the point of views of the
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respondents regarding the disadvantages of using digital resources, indicate that a
continuous exposure towards the usage of digital resources can have a negative
influence on the health of a student. The research is focused on the adult student of
UKCBC Wentworth House Campus and on evaluation of the responses of the student, it
is observed that the most of the students are well conscious about the negative impact
of extensive use of the digital resources and agrees to make use of the same whenever
it is needed for their studies. This proves the presence of a positive digital well-being in
UKCBC Wentworth House Campus. This paragraph is covering the M criteria
Digital wellbeing is related to the process of sustaining and maintaining a healthy
relationship with technology. The investigation of the collected data shows that the
students of the UKCBC Wentworth House Campus are well aware of the concept of
digital well-being. The campus also provides the necessary e resources to their
students. The main idea behind the undertaken research is to explore the impact of e-
resources on digital wellbeing of the students. Digital well-being of a person is
significantly influenced by the time one spends on digital devices. The main problem is
that if digital devices are made mandatory in UKCBC Wentworth House Campus, it can
significantly reduce the use of print resources. This can increase the time the students
are spending towards the use of digital resources. This paragraph is covering the D
criteria
The successful completion of the undertaken research indicate successful
fulfilment of the key aims and objectives. The primary aim of the undertaken research
was to analyze the impact of using digital resources on the adult student wellbeing for
their studies. The investigation of the obtained data indicate that the usage of digital
resources in UKCBC Wentworth House Campus has a positive influence on the digital
wellbeing of the adult students. The study had further aimed in exploration of the
importance of using digital resources in higher education. Examination of the data
obtained from the students of UKCBC campus designated that the they find the use of
digital resources extremely necessary for their studies as majority of the students are
engaged with per time job where they cannot carry printed books. With the use of digital
resources, these students can easily study while they are working. Therefore, it is
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proved that digital resources contribute to increasing the effectiveness of the learning
processes of the adult students. The findings from the research indicate that most of the
students make use of the digital resources for their studies as they are easily accessible
and provide similar or same content as that of the print resources. The use of digital
resources is likely to increase in higher education mainly because it saves a
considerable amount of students’ time by allowing an easy access to the key resources.
This paragraph is covering the M criteria
Another significant aim of the study is to analyze whether the digital resources
will become more effective than print resources for the adult students’ higher education.
The analysis of the collected data indicate that there is a high possibility of reduction in
the use of print resources in higher education as the students prefer the use of digital
resources over print resources. Thus, it can be said that digital resources will gradually
become more supportive in comparison to the print resources for adult students’ higher
education. This paragraph is covering the D criteria
The researcher further aimed in providing recommendations for refining and
enhancing the usage of digital resources. The study provides the recommendation for
improving the effectiveness of using digital resources. The digital wellbeing of the adult
students is significantly prejudiced by the usage of digital resources. However, since
they are adult students, they should be well aware of the negative impact of the
prolonged or continuous usage of the digital resources. This paragraph is covering the
M criteria
The study explores the process in which the perception of the adult student differ
on the usage of digital resources over printed resources. It is observed that the adult
student of UKCBC campus are more persuaded towards the usage of digital resources
over the printed resources. However, one of the respondent indicated that the
information that can be obtained from the print resources are more genuine. However,
there is no concrete evidence of the fact that information obtained from the digital
resources are any less effective than print resources. The adult students’ perception
however differs on the use of digital resources over print resources. They find the usage
of digital resources easier and it can have certain negative influence on them.
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Prolonged exposure to digital devices can affect the health of the students and
therefore, it is necessary to make the students aware about the negative impact of
making use of digital resources. This paragraph is covering the D criteria
Therefore, it is needless to say that the undertaken study is a success mainly
because it has been able to fulfil all the key aims and objectives that were identified.
The result and finding section has explored various themes related to the usefulness
and efficiency of the usage of digital resources. The findings indicate that the usage of
digital resources increases the efficiency of the learning process and the students find it
easier to get an easy access of the digital resources. Three broad themes are
discussed in the result and finding section that are associated with the subthemes. The
findings of the collected primary data is supported by the findings of the data obtained
from the secondary sources. The data obtained from the secondary sources indicate
that increase in the internet usage along with the use of smarter computing devices
such as smartphone increases the chances of using digital resources. This is positively
linked with the digital wellbeing of the student as they are making use of the e resources
to improve their learning process. They are using the digital devices for aiding their
studies and learning process and therefore, it can definitely be concluded that the usage
of digital devices have a positive influence on the digital wellbeing of the adult student of
UKCBC Wentworth House Campus. This paragraph is covering the M criteria
4.1. Key Findings
The key finding from the research performed indicate that use of the digital
resources in UKCBC campus will positively impact the digital wellbeing of the adult
students. The presence of the digital resources and e libraries enhances the learning
processes of the students and saves their time and effort. However, it is necessary for
the students to understand the negative effects continuous exposure to use of digital
devices. This paragraph is covering the D criteria
On analyzing the perception of the students on usage of digital resources, it is
found out that majority of the adult students of the campus find it extremely important to
make use of digital resources, and this indicate that the use of digital resources in
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UKCBC campus is set to increase in the coming years. The adult students’ perspective
reflect that they prefer the use of digital resources mainly because those resources can
be easily accessed from the remote location and just require presence of an internet
connection. Also, the finding from the literature search indicate that it is easier to obtain
current data from the e resources than it is possible to collect the same from old books.
The printed resources may not always provide correct and up to date information. This
paragraph is covering the M criteria
4.2. Scope of Future Study
The findings from the research performed provides a scope of future study about
the impact of e resources on the digital wellbeing of the adult students. The key
limitation of the study was that the study was mainly associated on the students of a
particular campus. The sample size opted for the study was quite limited as well.
Therefore, the scope of the research can further be explored by considering a larger
sample size. This paragraph is covering the M criteria
5. Recommendations
The findings indicate that the usage of digital resources in higher studies can
have a positive effect on the digital wellbeing of the adult students. However, the
findings also exposes the issues that a student can face regarding his/her health
because of the prolonged use of e resources and digital devices. Based on the findings
of the results and analysis along with the discussion of the research findings, certain
recommendations can be made, which are indicated as follows-
1. The research performed can further be refined by considering a larger group of
audiences. In this particular study, the data is obtained in form of interview and
therefore, the sample size of data collection was quite limited. For further research in
this field, it is recommended to collected primary data in form of survey so that a larger
group of audience can participate in the same. This will further help in collection of data
from a wider source.
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2. The findings of this study indicate that the usage of digital resources such as e
books and e journals have a positive impact on the digital wellbeing of adult student.
However, the risk of increasing health issues cannot be denied. Therefore, it is
recommended for UKCBC Wentworth House Campus, to arrange a seminar session to
educate the adult students regarding the negative impact of prolonged use of digital
devices while accessing the digital resources, so that they do not completely stop using
the print resources. The students to be made aware of the possible health implications
so that the negative impact of the usage of digital resources can be eliminated or
reduced.
3. In this research, 10 students are interviewed regarding the usage of digital
resources and all the 10 students seemed to be quite knowledgeable about the use of
digital resources, how to access digital resources and how to store digital resources.
However, this may not be same for all the adult students of UKCBC Wentworth House
Campus which can affect their digital wellbeing. Therefore, it is recommended for
UKCBC Wentworth House Campus to arrange a session for the adult students related
to the usage of e resources along with motivating the students to make use of such
resources.
4. To enhance the process of digital wellbeing, it is necessary for the students to
know when to pause, to find a right balance between digital wellbeing and digital
distress. Also, it is recommended for the students to minimize the distractions to ensure
that a limited time is allocated for the use of digital resources.
The above recommendations are made with an aim of refining the scope and the
objective of the proposed study. The undertaken study determines the impact of e
resources on the digital wellbeing. The recommendations are made with an aim of
refining the study and to improve the digital wellbeing of the adult students of UKCBC
Wentworth House Campus. This paragraph is covering the D criteria
6. Reflection
The undertaken research study have been a good learning experience for me as
it helped me to get an idea of the various research methods and research processes
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and technique of successful execution of a research. In this particular research I was
able to apply the planned research methods and processes to complete the undertaken
research in a successful manner. The undertaken study has facilitated me to explore
the various types of research tools and techniques, application of which ensure
successful fulfillment of the aims and objectives of a research. The undertaken study
considered the epistemology research philosophy that is associated with the nature of
knowledge development. The research involved the use of interpretivism research
paradigm, which is generally used for easy interpretation of the different elements of an
undertaken study. The concept of different research methods were well evaluated
through this undertaken research. This study has helped me to understand and learn
about various approaches to research development. For this study, inductive research
method is used. Inductive method was used in this study as this particular study
required using the observation skills to build an abstraction to the key phenomenon that
is being studied.
I have made use of primary data in the study. The primary data is collected in
form of interview. The experience of data collection was quite phenomenal for me. I
have directly communicated with ten students of UKCBC Wentworth House Campus to
collect their views concerning the usage of digital resources in their campus. Interview is
one of the effective methods of collection of data from the sources who are having a
firsthand knowledge about the research objective or the research problem. I have
gained a knowledge about the other methods of data collection. After collection of the
data, I have done thematic analysis in this research. The data obtained from the
research participants were analyzed on basis of different themes. Since the research
aimed in finding the influence of the use of digital resources on the digital wellbeing of
the adult students I had chosen the respondents who are well mindful of the use of
digital resources. The effective communication skill that I possess have helped me to
collect primary data for the research.
While conducting this research, the key challenge that I have faced include
analysis of the interview transcript in certain specific themes. However, this helped in
understanding the concept of thematic analysis which will help me in future. Learnings
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from this research will help me to design and conduct further researches in an effective
manner. In future researches, I will concentrate more in gathering of data from a larger
audiences to get a more refined research result. This major project has helped me to
understand the importance of planning a study prior to its execution. I have understood
the fact that for successful execution of any research, it is quite necessary to define the
tools and techniques in an effective manner. The accurateness in identification of the
methodology used for the research determines the accurateness of the research
results. For this research, I had chosen the methods that are most appropriate for
conducting this study and the study has provided an expected result. However, I wish to
improve the technique I have used, in future to ensure a more accurate research result.
This study has been a great learning experience for me and it could be possible mainly
because of the continuous support from my lecturer.
I have prepared a research paper by discussing the methodology that I have
chosen for gathering and analysis of the research data. I research paper further
provides the evidences of data collection and analysis of the collected data. The
findings of the data analysis is further indicated in the discussion section. The key
findings of the study is then summarized in the conclusion section. On basis of the key
results of the undertaken study, I could identify the scope of future study in this
particular topic. The key limitation of the study that I could identify in this particular
research that I have performed is the constricted sample size. Alternative to collection of
data through questionnaire, I could have used the method of survey questionnaire to
collect data from a larger group of audience.
The knowledge about different tools used in a research project along with the
understanding of the techniques to be used in performing a successful research will
help me in performing further researches in future. In future I will focus more on
identification of proper research methods in successful execution of the research study.
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