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A Technology-Enhanced Learning Approach to Upskill Adult Educators: Design and Evaluation of a DigComp-Driven IoT MOOC

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: This study presents the design, implementation, and evaluation of a Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) on the Internet of Things (IoT), developed to upskill adult educators by equipping them with both technical and pedagogical competencies. Following a structured, multi-phase instructional design model grounded in the DigComp framework and supported by Open Educational Resources (OERs), the course was delivered over three training cycles via a MOODLE-based platform. The research employed pre- and post-course competence tests to assess the course’s impact, as well as post-course surveys with both quantitative and qualitative elements to assess participant experiences. The findings indicate high levels of satisfaction and perceived effectiveness.

Source: Information

DOI: 10.3390/info16111014

Authors: Theodor Panagiotakopoulos, Fotis Lazarinis, Omiros Iatrellis, Yiannis Kiouvrekis, Achilles Kameas

Institutions: University of Nicosia, University of Patras, Hellenic Open University, University of Thessaly

Language: English

Topic: Digital literacy in education

Subfield: Information Systems

Field: Computer Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDG: Quality education

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,930