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Time for a MOOC-like makeover

Aaron Wolowiec

But either way, MOOCs probably aren’t going anywhere, so it’s wise to take some tips from their success. So what’s a MOOC? A MOOC is a social, networked learning experience that blends a subject matter expert (instructor), technology and convenience. There are MOOC-like things associations can do to entice learners.

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Learning from Big Learning: 15 Lessons

Leading Learning

Venture capital firms have jumped back into the game head first, massive open online course (MOOC) providers, originally rooted in universities, have gone public or been bought , and big Web firms like LinkedIn and Google have become major players. The MOOC 3. Yes, I know: most people sign up for MOOCs and never complete them.

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Association Brain Food Weekly: 10.7.16

Reid All About it

This list is part of their Data Science Career Guide , a six-part series recommending the best online courses and MOOCs for people entering the data science industry. What online courses (including your own) and MOOCs would you recommend to people entering (or thinking about entering) your industry or profession? More info/register.

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Challenges and Opportunities for Association Education Programs

WBT Systems

In addition, by highlighting some of the reasons why employees are not engaged, the report could inspire proactive associations to take advantage of the opportunities this lack of engagement in the workplace presents, including: “Millennials want to grow in their roles, but many aren’t getting the support to do so.”

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Giving 2.0: The MOOC Launches Today: Sign Up for Free

Beth Kanter

The MOOC , is a Stanford University-sponsored FREE online course intended to teach givers of all ages, backgrounds, incomes and experiences to give more effectively. Each week is packed with content and activities as well as video modules exploring that theme. Giving 2.0: The online course is six-weeks. See you at the Giving 2.0

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8 New Ideas for Engaging Online Students

WBT Systems

The course’s curriculum, content and delivery must be designed specifically for online learning. Give students an opportunity to make their voice heard by asking for feedback on the learning experience and content. Engage learners’ brains by using a mix of content delivery methods—video, text, audio, and presentations.

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Finding Radical Value in Core Competencies

Association Subculture

Regardless, the major innovations associations are seeking may not always be in completely new territory, but in having the courage and fortitude to effectively meet the challenges we have been presented with in our areas of core competency that have compelling possibilities in these new markets that are presenting themselves.

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