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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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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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Wednesday Buzz: Use MOOCs to Build Community

Associations Now

Also: why you should consider inviting groups unfavorable to your industry to your next meeting. Does your association provide massive open online courses (MOOCs) or virtual continuing education courses to members? The post Wednesday Buzz: Use MOOCs to Build Community appeared first on Associations Now. Bringing Enemies Close.

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Survey says: Most of us are lifelong learners

Aaron Wolowiec

And the report found those who learn professionally are also more likely to learn personally – more good news for associations/organizations representing recreational industries. For example, 61 percent of respondents aren’t aware of distance learning while 80 percent aren’t familiar with massive open online courses (MOOCs).

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Survey says: Most of us are lifelong learners

Aaron Wolowiec

And the report found those who learn professionally are also more likely to learn personally – more good news for associations/organizations representing recreational industries. For example, 61 percent of respondents aren’t aware of distance learning while 80 percent aren’t familiar with massive open online courses (MOOCs).

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2018 eLearning Predictions: Updated Hype Curve

Forj

Cutting back on the administrative headache of tracking credits for certificants is an imperative for the eLearning industry. This idea is still incubating in most places in the industry, but we have seen some evidence of movement outside of our own pilots. All the MOOCs out there. Plateau of Productivity. Our evidence?

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MOOC as Promotion: Brewers Association Launches Beer Course

Associations Now

The Brewers Association, in an effort to make room for a few craft brews in the culinary arena, has launched a five-day CraftBeer.com Beer & Food Course, a massive open online course (MOOC) that offers lessons on how to best taste, pour, and serve beer, as well as how to integrate it with different edibles.

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