Exploring Impacts of a Nutrition-Focused Massive Open Online Course.

ABSTRACT: The nutrition education landscape is changing due to advances in technology. Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) are an example of new education opportunities, made possible by advances in online learning environments. This research aimed to evaluate a nutrition-focused MOOC, applying Kirkpatrick's theoretical model of learning, to comprehensively describe learners' reactions, knowledge and behaviours. A mixed-methods approach explored learners' experiences of participating in a global nutrition MOOC. Quantitative survey data, using descriptive statistics, measured pre-course nutrition knowledge, post-course satisfaction and learning, and changes to fruit/vegetable intake. Qualitative data from discussion forums and semi-structured interviews were thematically analysed and explored partici

SUBMITTER: Adamski M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9500789 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature