Hybrid MOOCs and factors that enhance and weaken their performance in learning
Subject Areas : Infomartion TechnologyFatemeh Sharzehee 1 , نازیلا خطیب زنجانی 2 , Marjan Masoomifard 3 , محمدرضا سرمدی 4 , محمدرضا سرمدی 5 , nasibeh pour Asghar 6
1 - Payame Noor University
2 - استادیار دانشگاه پیام نور
3 - Department of Educational Sciences Payam Noor University
4 - مدیر بخش علوم تربیتی و روانشناسی دانشگاه پیام نور
5 - مدیر بخش علوم تربیتی و روانشناسی دانشگاه پیام نور
6 - payame Noor
Keywords: Hybrid MOOC, connectivism, strengthening factors, weakening factors,
Abstract :
Given the significant position of hybrid MOOCs in the current era, this study aims to identify the factors influencing their performance, with the goal of introducing this technology and strengthening its position. To achieve this, the factors enhancing and weakening performance in implemented MOOCs were examined through their research findings. The objective of this applied research was to employ thematic analysis with an inductive approach. The statistical population consisted of electronic research conducted in the field of MOOCs between 2017 and 2022. A purposive sequential sampling method was used to select statistical samples until theoretical saturation was reached, resulting in the selection of 41 domestic and international studies. Data collection continued with interviews conducted with seven experts in this field, reaching theoretical saturation. The collected data were analyzed using the MaxQDA software, and the related themes were coded and categorized. The findings identified ten components as performance enhancers: software attractiveness and ease of use, increased learner awareness, gamification, advertising, expertise, accessibility, meritocracy and incentives, proper design, creating interest, and fostering participation. On the other hand, the weakening factors included inadequate support, time limitations, inadequate infrastructure, lack of acceptance, lack of technical skills, and lack of issuance of recognized certificates.
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