Many online learning programs are designed to include real-world tasks and problem-solving activities, aiming to make digital education more engaging and practical for students. However, students often report that these “authentic” learning experiences do not feel as realistic or meaningful as intended by course developers.
A key issue identified is a gap between how educators design online tasks and how students actually perceive them. While instructors expect students to feel immersed in real-world scenarios, learners often experience the tasks as artificial, unclear, or disconnected from practical situations.
This mismatch can reduce motivation and limit the effectiveness of problem-based and collaborative e-learning approaches. Students may struggle to fully engage with assignments when they do not clearly see their relevance or application in real-life contexts.
The findings highlight the importance of aligning instructional design with student perception to improve engagement, learning experience, and overall effectiveness in online and distance education systems.
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