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MOOCs: A myth for the masses? Not so much

Aaron Wolowiec

An infographic by Online-PhD-Programs.org summarizing MOOCs. Massive Open Online Courses – or MOOCs – seem to be all the rage. MOOCs are online classes that are available to anyone with a computer and/or Internet access. Some MOOCs are free, but others aren’t. million people participate in MOOCs through Coursera.

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Mastering Your Craft

Thanks For Playing

Enter MOOCs ( massive open online courses ). Right now, MOOCs are great - take classes from an Ivy for free! - Meanwhile, employers complain that recent graduates lack the type of critical thinking, reasoning, and analytical skills the employers truly need in their workforce. And she didn't go to college!"

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10 Tips to Take You from Zero to eLearning Hero

Blue Sky eLearn

You’ll hear all sorts of terminology in the eLearning world – MOOCS, Moodles, gamification – don’t be overwhelmed by this! They will invest more money knowing they are getting a quality product, and they’ll refer others. Work closely with your vendor and subject matter experts on this one.

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The Importance of an LMS Roadmap When Selecting a Learning Platform

WBT Systems

When vetting a technology vendor, find clients not listed in the reference section of the proposal and ask them about support. Everyone— colleges and universities , for-profits, and MOOCs—is getting into the lifelong learning business. You might hear about new ways to use your LMS. A partnership should be a win-win for both sides.

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How to Get Your Association to Support Staff’s Professional Development

WBT Systems

Consider all sources: associations, colleges and universities, industry vendors, for-profit organizations, and MOOCs. Find testimonials or references from others who have taken the same program. Research HR policies. Know what you’re up against.

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10 Steps from Zero to eLearning Hero

Blue Sky eLearn

You’ll hear all sorts of terminology in the eLearning world – MOOCS, Moodles, gamification – don’t be overwhelmed by this! They will invest more money knowing they are getting a quality product, and they’ll refer others. Work closely with your vendor and subject matter experts on this one.

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Tech-Enabled Learning Events: What’s Now and Next?

Associations Now

The survey asked respondents using technology for learning about five emerging learning formats: massive open online courses (MOOCs), flipped classes, gamified learning, digital badges , and microlearning. Types of Learning. Microlearning , a new addition to the survey since the last one in 2014, shows the highest rate of adoption (18.1

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