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Analysis of learning behavior and pattern of online learners on a MOOC platform

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Title Analysis of learning behavior and pattern of online learners on a MOOC platform
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Creator G.R.K. MURTHY
SEEMA KUJUR
S. SENTHIL VINAYAGAM
YASHAVANTH B.S.
CH. SRINIVASA RAO
P. S. PANDEY
VANITA JAIN
INDRADEVI T.
 
Subject Massive Open Online Courses, learning behavior, learning pattern, Learning Management System
 
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Understanding a learner in an online environment can ensure success of an online course. The present study determines learning behavior and learning pattern among learners on the MOOC platform established for running an online course offered at ICAR-National Academy of Agricultural Research Management (NAARM), Hyderabad, India. The demographic description and significant difference between learning patterns of the learners on MOOC according to their subject domain were analyzed by using Moodle LMS (Learning Management System). The learner group was found to comprise in majority as males or doctorate degree holders and from agriculture domain. Most of the learners were found to be passive who were frequently engaging in the course in terms of learning behavior which indicates their way of participating in the course. Majority of the learners had moderate interest and seriousness to learn the subject. With regard to course participation which is measured in course log-in patterns, learners with subject domains like Engineering and Agribusiness Management and Agriculture and Veterinary streams had similarity in course participation. Among the weekly participation, there was a significant increase in course participation towards course ending irrespective of subject domains which indicates the participants’ urge to complete the course for certification. The key observations found through the study can be of paramount importance in designing a successful MOOC with better completion rates.
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Date 2024-02-15T17:00:45Z
2024-02-15T17:00:45Z
2020-12-01
 
Type Research Paper
 
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http://krishi.icar.gov.in/jspui/handle/123456789/81390
 
Language English
 
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