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This study aims to assess the effectiveness and participant satisfaction of a MOOC designed for primary and middle school science teachers.

Designing a MOOC for primary and middle school science teachers

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Randomized trial examines participant satisfaction and learning outcomes in a MOOC for science teachers, indicating effective knowledge acquisition.

This study aims to assess the effectiveness and participant satisfaction of a MOOC designed for primary and middle school science teachers.
Developed a MOOC titled 'questione di cellule' for primary and middle school teachers in Italy.
Analyzed completion rates, participant satisfaction, and learning outcomes among 1,100 enrollees.
Evaluated quiz performance to measure knowledge acquisition, especially for those with lower initial scores.
The MOOC achieved a 49% completion rate among participants.
High satisfaction levels were reported regarding content quality, clarity, and classroom applicability.
Participants demonstrated effective knowledge acquisition, particularly those with lower initial knowledge levels.

Tavano et al. (2026) studied this question.

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Randomized trial examines participant satisfaction and learning outcomes in a MOOC for science teachers, indicating effective knowledge acquisition.