Evaluation and ranking of factors affecting the effectiveness of online education through TOPSIS (case study: specialized webinars of educational groups in North Khorasan education)

Abstract

Background and Aim: This research aims to evaluate the effectiveness of online courses in specialized webinars of educational groups in North Khorasan education. Methods: This research was conducted using a survey method, and the statistical population of this research is 180 online course teachers. A statistical sample of 118 people was selected based on the table of Krejecie and Morgan. The data collection tool is a researcher-made questionnaire. Data analysis was done on two levels (descriptive and inferential statistics (one-sample t-test). Results: The results of the research showed that content elements, page design, organization of educational materials, flexibility, workload, and evaluation methods affect the effectiveness of online education. It significantly affects the specialized webinars of educational groups in the education and training of North Khorasan. In addition, the elements of teaching-learning activities, providing feedback, helping the participants and the ability to motivate the participants are insignificant. These elements are at an average level of effectiveness. Conclusion:  Prioritization with TOPSIS showed that educational content, organization of educational materials, assistance, flexibility, motivation, appropriate volume, evaluation methods, teaching-learning activities, appropriate design of pages, and feedback are influential factors for online education.