Journal of Engineering Education Transformations

Journal of Engineering Education Transformations

Year: 2016, Volume: 29, Issue: 3, Pages: 45-48

Original Article

Blended Moocs:Impacting the Future of Higher Education

Abstract

Today, all parts of the society are getting revolutionized with digital technology. This is also true with higher education. Universities are fast adapting to digital technologies and tools in their education system. The main aim of this adaption is to enhance student learning. Many surveys suggest that Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) will have a greater impact on higher education. In this paper, the authors explore and discuss the support of blended learning through MOOCs for better learning, reform and innovation.

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