Evaluating the Factors Affecting the Success of E-learning from the Perspective of Students of Mashhad University of Medical Sciences

Sadeghi F; Meraji M; Fazaeli S; Kimiafar  Kh

doi:10.18502/jmed.v20i3.20638

Sadeghi F MSc student of Health Information Technology, Department of Health Information Technology.
Meraji M Associate Professor of Health Information Management, Department of Health Information Technology, School of Paramedical Sciences, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.
Fazaeli S Associate Professor of Health Information Management, Department of Health Information Technology, School of Paramedical Sciences, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.
Kimiafar Kh Professor of Health Information Management, Department of Health Information Technology, School of Paramedical Sciences, Mashhad University of Medical Sciences, Mashhad, Iran.

DOI: https://doi.org/10.18502/jmed.v20i3.20638

Keywords: E-learning, university, students, evaluation

Abstract

Introduction: With the rapid advancement of science and technology, educational delivery methods havetransformed, and e-learning has expanded. Success in implementing this type of education requires proper planning, design, evaluation, and implementation of online learning environments. Therefore, the present study was conducted to assess the success of e-learning from the perspective of students at Mashhad University of Medical Sciences.

Method: This cross-sectional study was conducted in 2023 at Mashhad University of Medical Sciences. Data were collected using a questionnaire assessing the factors affecting the success of e-learning, including 35 items across six domains: student, instructor, educational content, required facilities, management, and rules and regulations. The questionnaire was administered both electronically and in person. Data analysis was performed using SPSS version 20, with linear regression and Bonferroni post-hoc tests.

Results: A total of 210 students participated in the study. According to the students, the best performance was related to the student factor, while the instructor factor required the most improvement. The overall score for the status of factors affecting e-learning at the university was 62.4%, indicating a moderately high level of e-learning at the university.

Conclusion: Identifying the factors affecting the success of e-learning systems can improve the quality of education. Supporting faculty participation in training programs and developing their e-learning skills can enhance their motivation and effectiveness, thereby strengthening their role in the educational process.