Massive open online course or known as MOOC is now the trend in providing education not only for young students but also for our not so young people. To provide…
What challenges do you have to face as a Mooc camp leader personally and in terms of leadership?
In the beginning it was quite difficult to manage teachers since these teachers already have their own personalities and careers, but after a few courses it was already a breeze.…
How did you overcome these challenges? And what learning experiences have been made from it so far?
I'm just trying my best to run the camp and be professional, personable and encouraging to my members. I have improved a lot when it comes to social skills, communication…
How long have you been moocating? What courses have you taken so far?
I started MOOCing in July 2018. I have taken the following courses:English for Career Development, Moving the Margins: Fiction and Inclusion, Professional Development for Teacher-Trainers, English for Media Literacy, Content-Based…
What qualities do you have to have when leading a camp to ensure a high level of participation among graduates?
It's actually no longer up to the camp director, but rather up to the camp members whether they really want to finish the course or not. In my experience, those…
In the case of conflicting schedules between you and the group or between them, how do you deal with idleness and half-baked attitudes from some, if there have been any?
As I said in #1, there was one MOOCer who really gave me a hard time because of her attitude. With some members, I usually plan ahead and ask when…
In hindsight, were there cases of non-completion? And how did you deal with the situation?
My camp is actually made up of people from different schools and areas in Bulacan. There are non-graduates, but that would be about 20 percent of those who chose to…
How was the trip with mooc for you professionally? Work out.
Professionally, I have met research enthusiasts like myself. You have been my inspiration to help others become better teachers. Most of the leaders in our group hold important positions in…
Aside from moocing, what other things have you been busy with?
I am busy with my thesis in my Master of Arts in Education in Literature. I teach Purposeful Communication in tertiary education. I also organize events for Young Living Philippines…
Would you recommend moocing to other people in the area?
Yes! But only for people who are very eager to learn. MOOCing is not for everyone as it requires dedication, time and a love of learning and love for others.…
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