Abstract
This study presents a systematic literature review to ascertain the extent of exploration of e-learning and employability in extant research. Through a systematic review of literature published between 2008 and 2022, the author analyzed 88 articles published in 67 academic journals. The following were identified: key publishers, publication trend and citation, most contributing research areas, major contributing countries, leading researchers, major methodological approaches, key focus of studies and major outcomes. Future research prospects are also discussed. Study reviewed the impact of e-learning to employability, examining various areas, publications, citations, countries, and authors publishing e-learning and employability research. The present study explored the types of data collection method used, statistical analyses performed, and contributions of e-learning and employability skills literature in terms of their purpose and outcomes. Investigation observed that most of the research on this topic has indicated a positive impact of e-learning in enhancing the employability skills of higher education students. Additionally, this study provides insights to future researchers to address other potential factors that might influence employability and evaluate digital learning techniques that can meet the needs of diverse sections of society. Study reveals significant gaps in research, which can advance this significant research agenda for future investigation. This would facilitate highlighting the unexplored aspects of e-learning and employability. The topic of review is a cross-disciplinary research area, attracting scholars from different domains.
Keywords: E-Learning, Employability Skills, Higher Education, Systematic Review Literature.