Introduction: The development of e-learning, virtual education and the formation of virtual colleges and universities in fact is a response to higher education demand that has provided for universities. Along with the development of higher education, it is nessesery to pay attention to the quality of of e-learning. This article aims to study the quality indicators in e-learning.
Method: The theoretical-analytical method was used to study the library texts on the concept of
e-learning, quality and dimensions in e-learning, research done inside and outside the country, and an examination of electronic learning quality models. Finally a conceptual framework derived from the analysis and deduction of articles has been presented.
Results: E-learning as a part of the higher education system is influenced by a set of peripheral factors such as management, culture and policymaking of higher education. The analysis of qualitative criteria in past research shows that many internal factors, such as the relationship of the teacher And student, pedagogical factors, content, student evaluation, technical and electronic infrastructure, administrative and educational services, learning management system, ethical considerations, quality assurance and evaluation mechanisms, feedback, and attractive and learning environment affects on e- Learning.
Conclusion: In recent years, higher education policies, especially medical universities, have focused on the development of e-learning and student learning. The development of e-learning can be an effective step in achieving the goals and missions of universities. The development of e-learning requires the mutual recognition of the variables that affect it so that it can be based on a systematic model based on the characteristics of the communities to provide a comparative model for evaluating the e- Learning quality.