Professional Development

Throughout the higher education community, questions continue to swirl about massive open online courses (MOOCs). How are students benefiting by participating in MOOCs? In what ways are colleges and universities integrating MOOCs into their curricula? How can we effectively assess the quality of MOOC learning experiences?

On May 28, the American Council on Education (ACE) will host a webinar to discuss these questions and examine the potential implications for broader postsecondary access and increased completion rates. The webinar will feature:

• Daphne Koller—co-founder of Coursera, Inc., and a Stanford University professor in the department of computer science
• Elizabeth Allan—associate professor of biology at the University of Southern Oklahoma, and an ACE CREDIT® faculty reviewer
• Barbara Illowsky—professor of mathematics and statistics at De Anza College
• Michelle Pilati—professor of psychology at Rio Hondo College
• Cathy Sandeen—vice president for education attainment and innovation, ACE (moderator)

Panelists will explore the opportunities and challenges that come from incorporating MOOC learning experiences into college curricula. The webinar will also offer examples of MOOC integration currently taking place on college campuses.

Register now for the free American Council on Education (ACE) webinar on Tuesday, May 28, 10:00-11:30 a.m.

Academic Partnerships and Inside Higher Ed are providing a free webinar on massive open online courses (MOOCs). The webinar conducted by Scott Jaschik and Doug Lederman, will include topics from the recent Inside Higher Ed survey of college and university presidents, and faculty responses and concerns. The presenters will review the history, context, and future of MOOCs.

The webinar will consist of a 30-minute presentation and a 30-minute question period. There is no conference call required for this event -- the entire presentation, including audio, is delivered via the web. This event will be captioned for the deaf and hard of hearing by SpeechText Access.

A free copy of  “The MOOC Moment” is also available at http://www.insidehighered.com/content/editorial-booklets The MOOC Moment booklet and webinar are made possible in part by the generous financial support of Academic Partnerships.

Please note that while this webinar and the document are free, your registration information will be shared with the Inside Higher Ed and Academic Impressions.

To register, click here.

This intensive, six-week online course will enable you to create, teach, and manage your online instruction in an engaging and effective manner using the latest research-based practices. You will apply your deep subject-matter knowledge to create a unique educational experience. During the 25 instructional hours, you will learn strategies to maximize your instruction, build community, and promote student learning. The workshop includes the selection and use of WebCampus features and tools. You will also become familiar with the comprehensive design and media services provided by the Office of Online Education.