STUDY ON CLOUD COMPUTING IN HIGHER EDUCATION: BENEFITS AND CHALLENGES

Abstract

Cloud computing is transforming higher education by providing innovative ways for students and teachers to access, store and share resources. Cloud computing has transformed landscape of higher education by offering flexible, scalable and cost-effective solutions for students. This paper examines impact of cloud technologies on colleges, focusing on their roles in enhancing learning, teaching and overall academic experience. Opportunities include improved collaboration among students and education system, cost-effective access to educational resources, and the ability to use advanced tools such as virtual labs, AI-powered learning platforms and real-time communication systems. However, adopting cloud computing in higher education comes with challenges, such as concerns about data security, privacy and un-equal access to technology. This study highlights how these obstacles can be addressed to ensure that student’s benefits get maximum benefit from cloud-based solutions.