Exploring the Challenges & Benefits of MOOCs as an Innovative Pedagogical Model in Higher Education
Exploring the Challenges & Benefits of MOOCs as an Innovative Pedagogical Model in Higher Education

Summary/Abstract: Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) have been adopted to meet learners' needs in higher education, serving as an innovative pedagogical model with three main dimensions: the provider (what is offered), the learners (who), and the process (how). Ideally, they take students through the developmental stage of problem-solving and help them implement new methods or skills to continue learning. This paper seeks to understand the extent to which MOOCs have transformed learning with a focus on university-level education. It provides a thorough review of recent research in MOOC implementation, including articles from 2013 to 2023, and analyzes them from a pedagogical perspective. Through a thematic literature review, the researchers explored the challenges and benefits of MOOCs for teachers and learners. The analysis shows that while MOOCs provide numerous benefits, such as self-paced learning and innovative ways for grappling with new materials, several considerations are necessary to maximize their potential.

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