Advantages and Challenges of MOOCs

From Digital Culture & Society

Context Statement:

This in-depth investigation digs at the multidimensional terrain of Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) in the area of educational technology. The paper examines the developmental trajectory of MOOCs, from their roots as a connectivist phenomena to their current worldwide prominence, with a focus on their disruptive potential in higher education. The study navigates through the various characteristics of MOOCs by assessing their benefits and shortcomings, stressing their transformational impact on established educational methods and the resulting discussions. The examination covers a wide range of themes, including the evolution of MOOCs over time, common traits, the underlying connectivist ideology, and the obstacles they face, such as high dropout rates and certification issues.The research employs a SWOT analysis to examine the strengths, flaws, opportunities, and dangers posed by MOOCs in the field of higher education. Beyond simply identifying barriers, the study seeks to answer a basic question: "To what extent do MOOCs bring innovation in higher education?" The research process entails a comprehensive document analysis of a wide range of sources, including books, research reports, conference papers, and journal articles. Overall, this analysis aims to provide a detailed view of MOOCs' innovative potential, delivering insights that may impact the future landscape of online education and contribute to bridging the worldwide digital education divide.

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