Understanding Generative AI Use in Programming MOOCs: The Role of Course Context and Learner Characteristics

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arXiv:2610.04447v1 Announce Type: new Abstract: The increasing availability of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI) tools, such as ChatGPT and code-completion assistants, raises questions about how learners integrate these tools into learning activities, particularly in MOOCs that attract diverse participant populations. This study examines the use of GenAI in two programming MOOCs taught in Estonian that differ in duration, workload, topic complexity, and assignment volume: About Programm