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Does MOOC help in placements?
Taking a MOOC can help you in your career in many different ways. If you are seeking a promotion at work, talking about a relevant MOOC you took may give you a leg-up in the interview process. You may also be able to petition your supervisors for a raise based on additional skills you have learned.
Are MOOCs helpful?
MOOCs can bring knowledge to students who may not have access otherwise, and be of use to learners who can’t afford the costs of higher education. Non-traditional education realised through a MOOCs is a useful form of online learning and can complement traditional university learning.
Are MOOCs worth it for job applications?
MOOCs are still so new it’s hard to say what kind of impact they’ll have. Many employers have never even heard of them. However, it never hurts to show you’ve learned a new skill, especially if it’s directly applicable to the job you’re applying for. Not all MOOCs are created equal in terms of value.
How do I find the right MOOC for me?
If you’re looking for a specific course of study, you might want to use a MOOC search engine such as MOOCSE and Class Central (which has some pretty nice filtering capabilities). After you’ve completed your class, sit down and review the new skills you’ve acquired and figure out how to best frame them.
How many people actually finish MOOCs?
According to a study by the University of Pennsylvania Graduate School of Education, only four percent of people who register for MOOCs actually finish them. So if you do finish, this puts you in very good standing. Although there are numerous providers of MOOCs, three platforms currently dominate: Coursera, edX and Udacity.
Are MOOCs the future of Education?
They range from more traditional academic offerings such as art history, marine biology or Spanish, to more “vocational” offerings such as marketing, finance, computer programming or graphic design. Many have hailed MOOCs as the future of education and have lauded them for their ability to democratize learning.