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Evaluating Course Completion, Appropriateness, and Burden in the Understanding Multiple Sclerosis Massive Open Online
Suzi B Claflin1, Julie A Campbell1, Kathleen Doherty2
1Menzies Institute for Medical Research, University of Tasmania, Hobart, Australia.
Journal of Medical Internet Research
|December 8, 2021
Summary
The Understanding Multiple Sclerosis (MS) massive open online course (MOOC) was well-received, with high satisfaction and low burden. Participants with MS were less likely to complete the course, but those with recent diagnoses, caregivers, and less education applied the material effectively.
Area of Science:
- Online Education
- Health Literacy
- Patient Education
Background:
- Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) research is an emerging field.
- Most MOOC research has focused on participant engagement.
- Understanding Multiple Sclerosis (MS) is a critical area for patient education.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate participant engagement in the Understanding MS MOOC.
- To assess satisfaction, appropriateness, and burden of the MOOC.
- To analyze outcomes for 3518 international participants.
Main Methods:
- Assessed associations between key outcomes and participant demographics (education, MS status, caregiver status, sex, age).
- Utilized summary statistics, 2-tailed t tests, and chi-square tests.
- Analyzed data from 3518 international course participants.
Main Results:
- Course completion rate was 67.17%.
- 96.97% of participants were satisfied, reporting appropriate content and low weekly engagement (2.2 hours).
- People living with MS were less likely to complete the course; however, those with recent diagnoses, caregivers, and participants without university education were more likely to apply course material.
Conclusions:
- The Understanding MS MOOC is fit for purpose.
- The course effectively presents information in an understandable and applicable manner for participants.
- The MOOC enhances health literacy and patient education in Multiple Sclerosis.
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