- What, if any, are the values of MOOCs?
- 1. Provides certificates of learning;
- 2. On a resume, demonstrates additional tech skills;
- 3. You can take a course for free and improve yourself or learn new skills;
- 4. Addresses a variety of interests.
- 5. Opportunity for lifelong learning either free or at a reasonable price.
- 6. Students are more likely to be engaged and motivated because they are choosing to take the course that interests them.
- What, if any, are the drawbacks of MOOCs?
- 1. Most of the courses are not accredited;
- 2. Other issues include assessment, oversight, and administration issues.
- What is the most important element you have learned about MOOCs?
- They vary in complexity; some have lost of bells, whistles and advertisers. There are many free providers to choose from. They take patience to generate.
- How could you use a MOOC in your professional work?
Many ways! I get a new idea every day. As a supplement to the course and a more free form
agenda. A comfort zone for expression of
ideas; less structured.
