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ERIC Number: EJ1230087
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2019-Oct
Pages: 14
Abstractor: As Provided
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ISSN: ISSN-1694-609X
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Massive Open Online Learning (MOOC) Benefits and Challenges: A Case Study in Jordanian Context
Aljaraideh, Yousef
International Journal of Instruction, v12 n4 p65-78 Oct 2019
This study aims to identify the challenges and benefits of Massive Open Online Learning (MOOC) as perceived by the faculty members at Jerash University. A descriptive approach was used for collecting data. The sample of the study consists of (130) faculty members were chosen from all faculties at Jerash University. The findings have indicated that faculty members face several barriers when using MOOC. In addition, there is statistically significant difference between the genders on MOOC. The results also reveal that faculty members perceived MOOC as a great advantage for the users. Likewise, professors confirm that MOOC provides better learning opportunities than their counterparts. Finally, this study recommends all the higher learning education should introduce and implement MOOC for its numerous advantages.
International Journal of Instruction. Eskisehir Osmangazi University, Faculty of Education, Eskisehir, 26480, Turkey. e-mail: iji@ogu.edu.tr; Web site: http://www.e-iji.net
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: Higher Education; Postsecondary Education
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Language: English
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Identifiers - Location: Jordan
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