Evaluating teaching performance based on fuzzy AHP and comprehensive evaluation approach

Proposing a novel framework for evaluating teaching performance based on the combination of fuzzy AHP and fuzzy comprehensive evaluation method.Determining the factors and sub-factors in the evaluation index system, and then calculating the factor and sub-factor weights by the extent analysis fuzzy AHP method.On the basis of the constructed system, evaluating teaching performance can be conducted by the fuzzy comprehensive evaluation method.The approach can provide an effective, reasonable and accurate results of the evaluation. Evaluating teaching performance is a main means to improve teaching quality and can plays an important role in strengthening the management of higher education institutions. In this paper, we present a novel framework for teaching performance evaluation based on the combination of fuzzy AHP and fuzzy comprehensive evaluation method. Specifically, after determining the factors and sub-factors, the teaching performance index system was established. In the index system, the factor and sub-factor weights were then estimated by the extent analysis fuzzy AHP method. Employing the fuzzy AHP method in group decision-making can facilitate a consensus of decision-makers and reduce uncertainty. On the basis of the system, the fuzzy comprehensive evaluation method was employed to evaluate teaching performance. A case application was also used to illustrate the proposed framework. The application of this framework can make the evaluation results more scientific, accurate, and objective. It is expected that this work may serve as an assistance tool for managers of higher education institutions in improving the educational quality level.

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