After the initial online session I was pretty sure I wanted to take the MOOC course project route and blog about that experience....well here is my first entry!
I was hesitant to sign up for another online course. I have taken one online course in my first 6 masters classes and it was an extremely heavy workload. Between reflection, research and analysis that online course had almost 75 pages of formal writing that had been submitted. While technology was the focus of the class, and the content interactive and well presented, I just didn't have the time for another class like that while taking two courses in this term.
When I realized that a major part of the course evaluation would be MOOC inside of a MOOC so to speak (sounds much dirtier than it really is) I really was happy with the freedom of choice.
I decided to start with coursera and https://www.coursera.org/course/sports was right on the home screen for me. I read the course and loved the intro the Duke professor put together and the content of the course is intriguing to me to say the least.
The next day at work talking with my principal about the course she loved the concept of how the course was set up. Also knowing that I want to get into admin she suggested I look at taking a MOOC based on education leadership to add to my resume and PD.
So I have a decision to make this weekend, satisfy my curiosity and delve into a topic near and dear to my heart, or upgrade my resume........hmmmmm......I suppose I have decision to make this weekend!
Likewise Clayton! MOOC or develop a technology infused unit for my new teaching position...?! Let me know if you find a great leadership course. I may be interested!
ReplyDeleteGood luck with your decision!
Well, as an former administrator, although adding to your resume might be a nice thing to do, going with your passion is what I would suggest since you are already taking courses that will add to that resume. Feeding your passion might just be what helps you to make it through and I always find doing things that I am passionate about don't take near the amount of energy and can sometime be energy enhancers! And you never know how that passion might lead into what you eventually do once you move into administration. Just a suggestion.
ReplyDeleteWhy can't you do both? I would think going after a topic near and dear to your heart will demonstrate a commitment to learning and growth. That would reflect well on your desire to build your PD. I would think the internal motivation of doing something you really do not want to do (assuming the course you are talking about is only for career advancement and you have no interest in it otherwise) would not be worth it.
ReplyDeleteThanks for taking the time to read and comment Raelynn, Kelly and Ryan! You all bring up good points. Maybe I'll dabble in both until one really interests me or just power through them as Ryan suggests.
ReplyDeleteI agree with your thought process Clay. Using this tool to assist in your PD will be a huge asset to you. Knowing your work ethic, you will put in a great deal of effort and I hope it works well for you!
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