Motivation is a key predictor of student success in any type of class, but as the teacher/student ratio increases motivation becomes even more of a requirement for success. MOOCs (Massively Open Online Courses) and other online learning experiences are perfect for examining student motivation and self-directed learning because of the low-touch nature of these courses. In this episode, Joe and Sean discuss the research paper "Fostering self-directed learning in MOOCs: Motivation, learning strategies, and instruction" by Meina Zhu, Curtis Bonk, and Sara Berri, which examines intrinsic and extrinsic motivation, self-directed learning, and the instructional elements that support them.
Links and further reading
Zhu, Meina, Curtis J. Bonk, and Sara Berri. “Fostering Self-Directed Learning in MOOCs: Motivation, Learning Strategies, and Instruction.” Online Learning 26, no. 1 (March 1, 2022). https://doi.org/10.24059/olj.v26i1.2629.
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