MOOCs are in line with my ideas about all people having access to education. I believe MOOCs can offer learning opportunities to people who may not have the resources or desire to participate in traditional higher education. I also like the idea that MOOCs threaten and challenge the systems and practices of traditional higher education because I believe it will forces antiqued institutions to adopt progressive policies. I do appreciate the blog "MOOCs are a fundamental misperception of how teaching works" because it acknowledges the necessity of highly qualified teachers in the classroom. However, I think MOOCs can be rooted in effective pedagogical practices if the designer is a highly qualified teacher. As technology develops and learners evolve, educational professionals need to update and expand their beliefs about the role an effective teacher plays in the learning process. |
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