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Andrea Basantes-Andrade1, Marcos Cabezas-González2, Sonia Casillas-Martín2
1Facultad de Posgrado, Universidad Técnica del Norte, Network Science Research Group e-CIER, Ibarra, Ecuador.
Heliyon
|June 7, 2022
Summary
Nano-MOOCs effectively enhance university professors' digital teaching skills, particularly in content creation and security. This online training format offers a successful and efficient alternative for faculty development during educational crises.
Area of Science:
- Educational Technology
- Higher Education Pedagogy
- Digital Competence Training
Background:
- Higher Education Institutions (HEIs) face challenges adapting to rapid technological changes and the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Continuous training is crucial for faculty to update techno-pedagogical skills for a globalized society.
- The effectiveness of nano-MOOCs for improving university professors' digital teaching competences requires further investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze the impact of nano-MOOCs on improving digital teaching competences in university professors.
- To assess the effectiveness of nano-MOOCs as a training tool for faculty in HEIs.
- To identify specific areas of digital competence that benefit from nano-MOOC training.
Main Methods:
- Quantitative descriptive-inferential, comparative quasi-experimental research design (pre-test and post-test).
- A sample of 297 faculty members from Universidad Técnica del Norte (UTN) participated.
- Digital competence assessment based on the INTEF Common Framework.
Main Results:
- Faculty demonstrated limitations in digital content creation and security competences.
- Professors exhibited optimal skills in information literacy, communication, collaboration, and problem-solving.
- 83.84% of participants showed improved digital competence levels after nano-MOOC training.
Conclusions:
- Nano-MOOCs represent a successful and efficient online training alternative for university faculty.
- Customizable training in nano-MOOC format can be delivered efficiently and adjusted to professors' needs.
- Evaluating and personalizing digital competence training programs for faculty is essential.
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