COVID and Post-COVID E-Learning Reforms in Higher Education Institutions: A Systematic Review of Literature
Abstract
Due to the advent of Covid-19 pandemic, different socio-economic challenges have been faced by all the countries worldwide. Every country has formulated and implemented different measures, which includes limited uses of public places, social distancing, closure of schools and Universities etc. The purpose of the study is to understand the possibilities of Covid and post-Covid E-learning reforms in higher education system. Content analysis has been conducted with the help of a number of selected studies, specific search terms, and a pre-established criterion to consider articles focusing on higher education and E-learning outcomes. This systematic literature review (SLR) seeks to investigate research articles concerning Covid and post-Covid E-learning published from 2019 to 2026, sourced from publicly accessible databases. The study conducts a critical analysis of the most significant theories in this domain and employs bibliometric analysis, utilizing Microsoft Excel to develop pertinent research themes. The bibliometric examination includes trends in selected literature, identification of influential keywords, leading authors, co-occurrence networks, thematic maps, and factorial analyses. The PRISMA methodology was employed to ensure rigorous systematic screening. Consequently, this review constitutes a valuable addition to the existing body of literature. It indicates that there is a big difference between the developed and developing countries in terms of resources for imparting higher education through E-Learning. Furthermore, it has been noted that the teachers in developing countries are less conversant with the use of technology in E-learning at higher education level. The article suggests a study agenda for future institutional innovation management studies based on the findings of the SLR. 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