MOOC Courses During the Pandemic

 

Over 2020 I started or continued courses from Coursera.  "Learning How to Learn " and "Design Thinking" were useful choices for my quest to add new knowledge about the continuing evolution of MOOC courses, especially during a year when new options for learning online in education, healthcare and workforce development became so important. 

"Staying the Course" in #CDMOOC

“Staying the Course” in #CDMOOC

MOOC completion rates are less than 10% so I’m always curious when I find a MOOC that engages my attention.  Well, I’m still participating, not lurking, and I’m in the second week of Carpe Diem:  Learning Design, #CDMOOC.  

What is so eye-catching about this MOOC? Is it because I’m working in a small group, the Seahorses?  Is it because our group has a Sherpa to keep us headed in the right direction?  Is it because I’m actively using the learning design process in my own work?

Udacity-Lean Launchpad Class Online

Now taking Lean Launchpad Class Online  through Udacity.  Udacity is a  MOOC with more structure than Mobimooc12.  Steve Blank's course features recorded video lectures and quizzes leading to a certificate in what a start up needs to learn about customer development and product development.

Student initiated discussions are available at the class site.  Tags help sort through discussions to relevant interests.  A student created a Linkedin group for further connection.

See the latest Steve Blank course:  Startup Weekend Next.