Key Factors for Determining Student Satisfaction in Distance Learning Courses: A Study of Allama Iqbal Open University
By Afzaal Ali, Israr Ahmad. 2011
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Most of the people in Pakistan perceive distance learning as of poor quality. Therefore, the researchers conducted this study to find out whether it's only people’s perception or is there anything in reality, concerning the poor performance of the distance learning students compared to traditional students. Consistent with this rationale, the main purpose of this study was to examine the relationship between student satisfaction and the following variables of the distance learning environment: Instructors' performance, course evaluation, and student-instructor interaction. The sample consisted of 245 students of Allama Iqbal Open University of Pakistan. Keeping in view the nature of relationships among the variables, correlation matrix and regression analysis in addition to frequency analysis were used to analyze the findings. The results showed that just like in traditional education, in distance learning at AIOU, enough interaction takes place between students and instructors; courses are up to date and well-designed; instructors are devoted, motivated, and equipped with the required competencies. Moreover, the faculty at AIOU is delivering distance courses that meet students' needs with regard to student-instructor interaction, instructor performance, and course evaluation.
Subfields: Education, Information Systems
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- The Effects of Age and Gender on Student Achievement in Face-To-Face and Online College Algebra Classes. (2015, result): “However, several researchers indicated that online students were typically 22 years old or older (Ali & Ahmad, 2011; Ashby, Sadera, & McNary, 2011; Bennett, Padgham, McCarty, & Carter, 2007; Block, Udermann, Felix, Reineke, & Murray, 2008; DeVaney, 2009; Doyle, 2009; Falloon, 2011; Melton, Graf, &…”
- Predicting student satisfaction and perceived learning within online learning environments (2018, unknown): “…of student satisfaction with online learning is well documented in research and found to be highly related to students ’ dropout rates, determination, motivation and commitment to complete a degree online, and success rates (Ali & Ahmad, 2011; DeBourgh, 1999; Yukselturk & Yildirim, 2008).”
- Online learning amid the COVID-19 pandemic: Students perspectives (2020, methodology): “Ali and Ahmad (2011 ), concluded that, just like conventional learning, there is satisfactory interaction in distance education among instructors and learners, the content is well-designed and up-to-date, the instructors are committed, and trained with the skills and possess the required knowledge.”
- COVID-19 and E-Learning: the Challenges of Students in Tertiary Institutions (2020, background): “Nonetheless, research suggests that students and instructors are satisfied with online learning just like traditional learning (Ali & Ahmad, 2011).”