M. Kharis, Desti Nur Aini, Sri Prameswari Indriwardhani, Dudy Syafruddin, Bouchra Aboura
This pilot study investigates user’s acceptance of a German language Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) titled Lese-und Hörübung (Reading and Listening Exercise), developed for A2-level learners and hosted on the platform idmooc1. Drawing on the Technology Acceptance Model (TAM), the study explores users’ perceptions of the platform’s usefulness, ease of use, and their behavioral intention to continue using the course. While TAM was the main framework in this study, other models such as the Unified Theory of Acceptance and Use of Technology 3 (UTAUT3), the Recent Advances in Individual Digital Use Acceptance (RAIDUA) model, and the Unified MOOC Utilization Model (UMUM) were also considered as useful perspectives. However, these models were not tested here because of the small number of participants but will be used in future larger studies to give a more complete view of learner acceptance. Data were collected from 12 participants through an online survey consisting of closed-and open-ended items. Given the small sample size, the study is exploratory in nature, aiming to assess the initial feasibility of the course design and to inform future course development and research. Descriptive analysis revealed generally positive learner responses across all TAM constructs, with ease of navigation and clarity of instruction being key factors influencing acceptance. Thematic analysis of open-ended responses further highlighted the importance of visual design, onboarding support, and user experience. The results cannot be generalized to all situations, but they give useful ideas about how students take part in MOOC German courses. They also give some advice for improving digital language classes in schools with limited resources. Future studies should include more participants and look at other ways to evaluate the courses. © 2026 by the authors.
Department of German Language Education, Faculty of Letters, Universitas Negeri Malang, Malang, Indonesia; Department of German Language, University of Oran 2 Mohamed Ben Ahmed, Oran, Algeria
