Developing a Massive Open Online Course on Community-Based Integrated Learning Design with Design Thinking for Bachelor of Education Students: A Mixed Methods Research

Abstract

This mixed-methods research utilized a One-Phase Embedded Design with Experimental Model by Quantitative Dominant approach. The primary objectives were: (1) to develop a Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) on community-based integrated learning design using the Design Thinking; (2) to compare the academic achievement of students before and after participating in the MOOC; and (3) to investigate student satisfaction with the course. The target population comprised 61 third-year students majoring in Primary Education, Faculty of Education, Chiang Mai Rajabhat University, during the second semester of the 2024 academic year. The research instruments included the MOOC, an academic achievement test, and a satisfaction questionnaire. Quantitative data were analyzed using mean, percentage, and standard deviation statistics, while qualitative data were analyzed through field observations and inductive summary techniques. The findings revealed that: (1) the developed MOOC on community-based integrated learning design with Design Thinking demonstrated an efficiency of 93.22/88.72, with an effectiveness index of 0.6538; (2) students' academic achievement significantly improved after the course, with pre-test and post-test average scores of 67.40% and 88.72% respectively, representing a 21.32% increase; and (3) students expressed high satisfaction with the course, highlighting the accuracy, clarity, logical sequencing, and flexibility of the learning experience. Suggestions for improvement included incorporating more active learning activities, diverse examples, and real-time question-and-answer channels. The integration of quantitative and qualitative data underscored that the key to successful course development lies not only in delivering academic content but also in designing engaging learning activities and fostering an environment that facilitates practical application of knowledge.