DIGITAL TOOLS FOR HOME TASK MANAGEMENT: ARE THEY HELPING OR HINDERING STUDENT PRODUCTIVITY? A CASE STUDY OF 4TH-YEAR STUDENTS AT SHAKARIM UNIVERSITY

Abstract

. In the digital age, home task management has evolved with the integration of platforms such as Trello, Google Classroom, Moodle, Gamma, and AI-powered applications. This study examines their impact on fourth-year students at Shakarim University, assessing their role in productivity, organization, and time management. A mixed-methods approach, including surveys, academic performance analysis, interviews, and experimental studies, was employed. Findings indicate that Google Classroom is the most widely used platform (80%), followed by Trello (45%), Notion (30%), and Moodle (25%). While 68% of students reported improved time management, 50% faced distractions from social media. Gamma was beneficial for structuring academic content, though some students found its learning curve challenging. The study emphasizes the need for digital literacy training and a balanced approach to task management for optimal academic performance.