Impact of Suitability of Online Teaching on Student’s Learning Satisfaction

Abstract

Abstract
Purpose: - The major objective of this research is to examine the impact of suitability of online teaching on students’ learning satisfaction.

Research methodology: The current study comprises of a total sample of 300 respondents. To test the relationship between suitability of online teaching and learning satisfaction of students, first hand data was collected from the students with the help of a structure questionnaire. Completely filled questionnaires were included in the analysis for this study. Initially, confirmatory factor analysis was employed to test the psychometric properties of measurement scales of both the constructs under study. Further, structural equation modeling technique was applied to test and validate the relationship among these constructs.

Findings: In this study a strong and positive effect of suitability of online teaching was found on the learning satisfaction of the students. Suitability of online teaching works as a significant antecedent of the learning satisfaction of the students.

Practical implications: This study helps in expanding one’s understanding and knowledge of the students’ learning satisfaction. Further, it explains how suitability of online teaching relates with learning satisfaction of students and thus may prove critical in improving it. It may guide the academicians and policy makers in improving the online teaching practices which is very pertinent.

Originality: This study was conducted during nationwide closure of educational institutions in India to understand the suitability of online teaching and further to establish its effect on learning satisfaction of students. This study provides original views on the relation of these constructs and looks for providing substantial inputs to the policy makers to design better online education systems.

Paper type: - Research paper