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How to Turn Failure into Success

 

Turning Failure into Success

By Pat Bowden, published September 19, 2017.

Are you thinking about taking a MOOC (Massive Open Online Course) but are worried it might be too hard or take up too much time? You’re not alone. Many people spend too much time thinking about things rather than simply jumping in and giving them a go. Continue reading

What Exactly is a MOOC?

MOOC = Massive Open Online Course

By Pat Bowden, published May 16, 2017.

A MOOC is a Massive Open Online Course

Massive because enrolments are unlimited and can run into the hundreds of thousands;

Open because they are open to anyone who has access to the internet on a computer or mobile device;

Online because they are delivered via the internet, and

Course because they are of a finite length with learning materials and assessment items prepared before release of the course.

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