From: Redeveloping a global MOOC to be more locally relevant: design-based research
Version | # of Students | Scope of the Iteration |
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Iteration 1 (alpha) Spring 2017 | Face-to-face: 15 | 1. Test new modules 2. Test navigation of course site 3. Try out assignments and quizzes 4. Gather student feedback 5. Design accompany face-to-face learning activities |
Iteration 2 (beta) Fall 2017 | eWant: 1560 | 1. Field-test the completed beta course with real MOOC learners 2. Invite learners to troubleshoot course contents 3. Create community development protocol with TAs 4. Invite external reviewers for expert feedback |
Iteration 3 (official) Spring 2018 | eWant: 462 XuetangX: 2125 CNMOOC: 310 NetEase: 1268 MOOC-inside: 12 | 1. Deliver the revised course in China 2. Approach different types of MOOC learners 3. Compare learner experience across platforms 4. Embed research in landing TOLs |
Iteration 4 (official, variation A) Summer 2018 | eWant: 148 | 1. Pilot fully online, for-credit, general education course 2. Gauge course requirements 3. Spread the experience of for-credit offering (variation A) to China |