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Paper Title
Enhancing Student Engagement through Adaptive Learning Technologies in Higher Education
Authors
Dr Neeraj , Dr. Akhileshwar Rai , Dr. Nisha Jindal , Dr. Kajal Devi Manhas , Dr. Sapna Kashyap
Keywords
Adaptive learning, student engagement, Higher education, AI personalisation, personalised pathways, learning analytics, educational technology, retention rates.
Abstract
This academic article examines how adaptive technologies improve learner engagement in higher education by personalising learning, providing immediate feedback, and using mastery-based pathways. A scoping review of 69 studies found that 59% reported better academic performance and 36% reported increased engagement. Key mechanisms such as gamification and personalisation are used in programs like Connect LearnSmart, which can raise grades by 25%. Despite these promising results, challenges like technological barriers, costs, digital divide and equity gaps, data privacy concerns, and faculty resistance persist. The paper stresses that hybrid models combining adaptive digital preparation with synchronous instruction, along with faculty training, equity assessments, and ethical governance, are essential for scalable, inclusive adoption. Future directions include innovations such as generative AI tutors, immersive VR/AR simulations, affective computing, and long-term research to verify sustained benefits and equity outcomes. Overall, adaptive learning technologies are shifting education from traditional lectures to a more student-centred approach, with great potential to enhance behavioural, emotional, and cognitive engagement when implemented thoughtfully and ethically. When used carefully, they can increase students' participation, interest, and deeper understanding of the learning process.
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"Enhancing Student Engagement through Adaptive Learning Technologies in Higher Education", IJCRT - International Journal of Creative Research Thoughts (www.ijcrt.org), ISSN:2320-2882, Vol.14, Issue 3, page no.c68-c80, March 2026, Available :https://ijcrt.org/papers/IJCRT2603249.pdf
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Neeraj, Rai, A., Jindal, N., Manhas, K. D., & Kashyap, S. (2026). Enhancing Student Engagement through Adaptive Learning Technologies in Higher Education. International Journal of Creative Research Thoughts, 14(3), c68-c80. https://doi.org/10.56975/ijcrt.v14i3.302832
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Neeraj, et al. "Enhancing Student Engagement through Adaptive Learning Technologies in Higher Education." International Journal of Creative Research Thoughts, vol. 14, no. 3, 2026, pp. c68-c80, https://doi.org/10.56975/ijcrt.v14i3.302832.
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Neeraj, et al. "Enhancing Student Engagement through Adaptive Learning Technologies in Higher Education." International Journal of Creative Research Thoughts 14, no. 3 (2026): c68-c80. https://doi.org/10.56975/ijcrt.v14i3.302832.
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Neeraj, A. Rai, N. Jindal, K. D. Manhas and S. Kashyap, "Enhancing Student Engagement through Adaptive Learning Technologies in Higher Education," IJCRT, vol. 14, no. 3, pp. c68-c80, Mar. 2026, doi: 10.56975/ijcrt.v14i3.302832.
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Neeraj, Rai A, Jindal N, Manhas KD, Kashyap S. Enhancing Student Engagement through Adaptive Learning Technologies in Higher Education. IJCRT. 2026 Mar;14(3):c68-c80. doi: 10.56975/ijcrt.v14i3.302832
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Neeraj, Rai A, Jindal N, Manhas KD, Kashyap S. Enhancing Student Engagement through Adaptive Learning Technologies in Higher Education. IJCRT. 2026;14(3):c68-c80. doi:10.56975/ijcrt.v14i3.302832
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@article{IJCRT2603249,
author = {Neeraj and Akhileshwar Rai and Nisha Jindal and Kajal Devi Manhas and Sapna Kashyap},
title = {Enhancing Student Engagement through Adaptive Learning Technologies in Higher Education},
journal = {International Journal of Creative Research Thoughts},
volume = {14},
number = {3},
pages = {c68-c80},
year = {2026},
month = {March},
issn = {2320-2882},
doi = {10.56975/ijcrt.v14i3.302832},
url = {https://doi.org/10.56975/ijcrt.v14i3.302832}
}
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TY - JOUR
AU - Neeraj
AU - Rai, Akhileshwar
AU - Jindal, Nisha
AU - Manhas, Kajal Devi
AU - Kashyap, Sapna
TI - Enhancing Student Engagement through Adaptive Learning Technologies in Higher Education
T2 - International Journal of Creative Research Thoughts
JA - IJCRT
VL - 14
IS - 3
PY - 2026
SN - 2320-2882
DO - 10.56975/ijcrt.v14i3.302832
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