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The reason is simple; a recorded video of a lecture is very different than a "college course". You typically don't have access to the instructor, class discussi
by jeffreymcmanus 16y ago
The reason is simple; a recorded video of a lecture is very different than a "college course". You typically don't have access to the instructor, class discussion, assignments, and evaluation of your work.
This kind of namespace pollution is a significant problem in online education; it's hindering adoption of online learning because students don't understand what's meant by "online class". Most people think it's something like MIT OpenCourseWare or iTunes U, which have interesting content, but aren't what any reasonable person would characterize as a "class".
- filiwickers 16y agoIt seems like a lot more of these resources will become available. More people will move to learning exclusively online. Classes that meet in person will begin to supplement with online discussion and material. How do you think the packaging could change to create more learning or collaboration?
- jeffreymcmanus 16y agoNo need to guess because so many colleges and businesses are doing online learning successfully today -- it looks a lot like the Web. Online learning isn't waiting for some technological innovation -- it's a matter of connecting people who want to learn with other people who can help them get to where they want to go.
- krakensden 16y ago> The reason is simple; a recorded video of a lecture is very different than a "college course". You typically don't have access to the instructor, class discussion, assignments, and evaluation of your work. Doesn't seem like a big deal. Most professors never have visitors during their office hours, most discussions I've attended have approximately zero unprompted participation. Also, OCW at least often has assignments. So really what you're missing is tests- not a $30,000 a year problem.
- jeffreymcmanus 16y agoYou never asked a single question during any of your college courses? Really.