MOOCs and campus IT services on the rise
Every Friday, I’ll recap some of the most interesting and thought-provoking news developments that occurred over the week. I can’t fit all of this week's news stories here,…
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Developing country MOOC users not like those in the U.S.
A new study from researchers at the University of Washington has revealed that half of developing country MOOC users are receiving certification. And unlike U.S. MOOC-users who mainly…
Learning Differences MOOC might help educators target instruction
Despite their passion for teaching and commitment to the field, educators around the world – with varying years of experience, teaching different subjects, at different levels, in a…
Can social media enhance the MOOC experience?
Researchers say ‘yes,’ but only when taking into consideration 3 key issues. Though social media platforms like Facebook and Twitter ... Read more
Coding course finds ‘sweet spot’ between MOOCs and colleges
People wanting to learn how to code have no shortage of options. There are college courses, companies like Codecademy and massive ... Read more
What should MOOC quality standards look like?
As more institutions consider offering MOOCs for credit, often the MOOCs provided by third-party platforms, researchers say it’s imperative to gauge instructional and design effectiveness…but how; and with…
Are students ‘too busy’ for MOOCs?
MOOCs are often championed for their accessibility, their convenience, and their engaging use of video lectures. So why, with retention ... Read more