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The degree I will be starting in September charges the same (high) cost for the online version and the F2F. I hope that means there will be lots of support and that the platform isn't confusing and difficult to use. I still don't know what to expect from the courses.

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The degree I will be starting in September charges the same (high) cost for the online version and the F2F. I hope that means there will be lots of support and that the platform isn't confusing and difficult to use. I still don't know what to expect from the courses.

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I have a feeling that many course delivery tools are limiting the learning and the learners possibilities to use them freely, due to obstacles.

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I've tried to use the concept of MOOC for uppersecondary students in a COOL-course (Collaborative Open Online Learning). This is Taskbased (i.e. organic chemistry) and let them exchange knowledge. I found that collaboration in a MOOC requires a high level of autonomy. An example was "Certified Networked Student" https://youtu.be/Da4kx3tGt6k

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I have found teaching online courses in the past that requiring students to log into an online learning system like Canvas for example can sometimes be a barrier. This becomes a further problem if I ask them to use a website like YouTube (for example) to create a video to post on the course website. Like most barriers, they can be overcome, however I have heard some students complain about requiring multiple passwords to multiple sites just to take a course online.  Also, since many of my students liked to complete their work on their phones, they also disliked having to open multiple windows to complete work.

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I have found teaching online courses in the past that requiring students to log into an online learning system like Canvas for example can sometimes be a barrier. This becomes a further problem if I ask them to use a website like YouTube (for example) to create a video to post on the course website. Like most barriers, they can be overcome, however I have heard some students complain about requiring multiple passwords to multiple sites just to take a course online.  Also, since many of my students liked to complete their work on their phones, they also disliked having to open multiple windows to complete work.

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It is a good Online Learning platform:

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BBC - Learning - IT: Free resources and online courses

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Learning resources and online courses on IT subjects related to information technology, information systems, computers and the web.

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I am a primary school teacher. I want to take a course on techniques of teaching but I don't know where I get it.

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I am a primary school teacher. I want to take a course on techniques of teaching but I don't know where I get it.

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- Cost is one of these aspects: I was unable to take some courses because of their cost.
- Access to the internet: there are days in my region when there is no internet.

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The cost of learning is my biggest factor to consider.  I have access to technology and open courses that are free do not offer credit so the closed courses are of a higher value for me so that I can earn a higher credential.

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In Sweden, studies are for free but we have entry requirements. There are a few MOOCs but most of the courses are "ordinary" distance/on line courses. There is no technological obstacle.

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There are many types of barrier in any type of online course. Cost - Although some courses has taken free of cost.
Time management--- I think it is also a barrier for few people.
Internet access-- big barrier
Language problems - it is a barrier for non native once.

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It depends on several factors: your potential, determination, physical environment and also personal motivation

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There are certainly factors to consider when deciding if a specific course is for me. Cost may be one. What do I intend to achieve from taking the course?
I looked into a class a couple of years back, and it required specific computer software that I did not have, and it was only available for purchase. My intent from the course was for faculty development, and I did not find it worth the cost of the software. I decided to take a different class that had less access restrictions. I would have like to have taken that class.
I look at classes like purchasing any product; a higher price does not necessarily mean higher quality.
I feel that students new to computing tend to have a more challenging time. Learning to use the device, and learning content is a lot at once. It slows down the learning, and can be frustrating.

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The factor of most importance would be access to the technology that the online course is run on.  This obviously would be impossible.  On  another matter, costs might be  a deterrent to some either the learner might not have the available funds or might not consider the content of a comparative value to the price being asked.  Not having the prerequisites or prior credentials would also be a factor in allowing the learner to have access.

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Apart from the problem of internet access and availability of availability of the technological devices like the computers, tablets, smart phones etc, one fundamental problem that exist especially in less developed  countries is that of regular power supply. This can be so discouraging and highly limiting effective online learning

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One thought I seem to come back to a lot relates to "cost." When considering an online course that has a significant cost attached to it, I wonder what the expectations of "community-building" would be like. For example, could participants be lead to feel like they are not contributing at a high enough level (by classmates), and perhaps "drop the course" due to hesitation to contribute, lack of perceived knowledge, etc.? 

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One thought I seem to come back to a lot relates to "cost." When considering an online course that has a significant cost attached to it, I wonder what the expectations of "community-building" would be like. For example, could participants be lead to feel like they are not contributing at a high enough level (by classmates), and perhaps "drop the course" due to hesitation to contribute, lack of perceived knowledge, etc.? 

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Even if online training saves substantial amounts of money: fewer booksand less money to spend on classroom rent. The huge disadvantage of online courses, remains "the accessibility". Some people do not have easy access to a computer with an internet connection. Without access, learning online is difficult.

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No matter how interesting and engaging an online course might be, if the learner is not technologically savvy, the actual learning of the course will be offset by the distractions of having to learn the technology and the platform used for the course. An essential part of a online course must be the support offered to new students who have never used the online medium to learn.

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A positive learning experience depends on access barriers being mitigated/removed in some way. Offering a free course is one way to achieve this but one cannot discount a quality internet connection and a minimum of technological tools that allows for high speed downloading, streaming audio and video, and high density graphics that are often part of an online course. Many online courses strive to be interactive and immersive to be interesting and authentic but without the required technology, a learner's experience will be negatively impacted, even if the course is free.

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In Sweden it seems like the courses in higher education are not avilable as MOOCS. I can´t see how that would be possible in the future. But you will never know.

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The main type of access that as an impact , is the cost of the courses. Many online courses are very expensive ( from hundreds to thousands of dollars). Therefore, I will use free online courses to learn as well as learn how to navigate different types of online learning platforms that are used by various institutions. Once I believe that I effectively handled these courses, I will attempt a paid online course. Although I have done an online course that had a cost attached, my employers are the ones that paid.

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Technology is a bit of a barrier for me. Even doing these pad-let exercises I find hard. Every time I try to do something like paste a pic something happens and it deletes it! If this was a typical kind of course i might really think twice about doing it. Also , I am in no way technology literate- anything that goes wrong with my computer I am at a loss. If I did not have adult sons to help me out I may not be as enthusiastic about doing online courses even though I truly love them.

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In order to stay current in the latest e-Learning trends, I will try and take as many free online courses as possible. In some cases the cost and pre-reqs for courses are either too high or unattainable. But MOOCs are an awesome way to get around that!

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As a retired teacher who has to do required T&D I am looking for cheap or free courses. I do not usually have a problem with prerequisites. Naturally the courses have to fit the academic prerequisites of my department.

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As a retired teacher who has to do required T&D I am looking for cheap or free courses. I do not usually have a problem with prerequisites. Naturally the courses have to fit the academic prerequisites of my department.

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which is available and having academic benefits

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which is available and having academic benefits

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I'm interested in gaining learning experience in the open learning environment. It sure looks like there are a lot of great options for courses from credible institutions. I'm not sure that I fully understand the distinction between closed and open learning environments. It looks like there is a lot of grey area on this topic. I think it would be fun to take "big question" topics in an open environment. Maybe topics like Civility, Climate and Environment, History and Culture for international countries.
I think that online education will be very appealing to a variety of learners.
I wonder how MOOC learners will share their training on their resumes & interviews.

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I would LOVE to do some distance learning courses from the School of Stitched Textiles in the UK.

*prescribed curriculum
*widely recognized certificate courses
*build cumulative skills
*school has a high level of professional expertise

However ...

*can learn similar skills in a less structured way online or in person.
*fees are fairly expensive (but probably worth it)
*lack of time to complete the course
*issues with location of school (UK) vs. my location (Canada):
1) different terminology for materials
2) different access to project materials
3) distance and time differences when communicating
4) limited participation in course events and exhibitions
5) limited access to UK cultural resources (museums, etc.)
6) volatile currencies may affect future fees

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Nurturing Creativity with City and Guilds Accredited Textiles Craft Courses

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Complete a City & Guilds accredited craft course doing something you love. Choose from a range of textile, knitting, quilting, embroidery & sewing courses.

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Hello- to add a post to the wall, double-click in any open space and a text book like this should open for you.

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Hello- to add a post to the wall, double-click in any open space and a text book like this should open for you.