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    IMPACT OF AWARENESS AND USAGE OF E-LEARNING PLATFORMS ON THE ACADEMIC PERFORMANCE OF UNDERGRADUATE STUDENTS IN FACULTY OF MANAGEMENT, UNIVERSITY OF KELANIYA, SRI LANKA
    (Department of Human Resource Management, Faculty of Commerce and Management Studies, University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka., 2025) Nimanthaka, J. A. S.; Welmilla, I.
    This study investigates the impact of awareness and usage of e-learning platforms on the academic performance of undergraduate students in the Faculty of Management at the University of Kelaniya, Sri Lanka. The research follows a quantitative approach, employing a structured questionnaire to collect data from 303 undergraduate students. The study's objectives include examining how students' awareness of e-learning platforms such as Learning Management Systems (LMS), Zoom, and Microsoft Teams, influences their academic performance as well as assessing the role of usage frequency and convenience in shaping learning outcomes. The methodology involved statistical analyses, including descriptive statistics, reliability and validity tests, and multiple regression analysis. The findings revealed that both awareness and usage significantly impact academic performance, with awareness exhibiting a slightly stronger influence. The results further emphasize the complementary nature of awareness and usage, where students with higher knowledge of e-learning tools tend to utilize them more effectively, leading to improved academic outcomes. The study presents several implications for university administrators, policymakers, and educators. Practical recommendations include increasing training programs, enhancing platform accessibility, and integrating digital tools into the curriculum more effectively. Limitations include the study's focus on a single faculty within one university, which may affect the generalizability of the results. Future research should explore similar relationships in other faculties and institutions, adopt a longitudinal approach, and consider additional moderating factors such as internet accessibility and digital literacy.