Quality evaluation of portal sites in health system, as a tool for education and learning
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2 Isfahan Health Center, Isfahan University of Medical Sciences, Isfahan,Iran
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چکیده
Background: The main objective of creating a portal is to make information service availablefor users who need them for performance of duties and responsibilities regardless of thesources. This article is attempted to consider the parameters that can evaluate these sitessince these criteria can be effective in designing and implementing such portals. On theother hand, portal sites in health systems of every country make it possible for leaders, policymakers, and directors to system education as a tool for new learning technologies. One ofthe main decisions each manager has to make is precise selection of appropriate portal sites.Materials and Methods: This is a descriptive and qualitative study. The research sample was53 computer professional working in the area of computer programming and design. In thefirst part of the study a questionnaire was send to the participants and in the second part of thestudy based on their response to the questionnaire the participant was interviewed and the mainthemes of the studies were formulated. The validity and the reliability of the questionnaire wereconfirmed. Results: The study results were summarized in 10 themes and 50 sub‑categories.The main themes included were portal requirements, security, management, and efficiency,user friendliness, built‑in applications, portal flexibility, interoperability, and support systems.Conclusion: Portal sites in any education systems make it possible for health system leadersand policy makers to manage their organization information system efficiently and effectively.One of the major decisions each manager has to make is precise selection of an appropriateportal sites design and development. The themes and sub‑categories of this study could helphealth system managers and policy makers and information technology professionals to makeappropriate decisions regarding portal design and development.