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Learner-Centric MOOCs (LCM) Model
The LCM Model is a suitable conceptual basis for online instruction. While details of the model are out of scope for this course, it is important for instructors to become familiar with some key concepts and terminology from this model which are used in this course. Hence a brief introduction to the relevant terms is provided below.
Learning Dialog (LeD)
In online settings, long lecture videos have been shown to be ineffective for student engagement and learning. Short videos with in-video activities/quizzes are more appropriate. These are termed as Learning Dialogs (LeD).
Learning by Doing (LbD)
In online settings, relegating practice problems and exercises to the end of the 'class' is ineffective. Incorporating frequent practice, in the form of MCQs or short questions interspersed with the LeDs, is more appropriate. These activities are termed as Learning by Doing (LbD).
Learning extension Trajectories (LxT)
In online settings, simply giving a list of resources for further reading is ineffective. Making diverse resources available at the appropriate points in a course, along with simple questions on each, is more appropriate. These are termed as Learning extension Trajectories (LxT).
Learner experience Interactions (LxI)
In online settings, simply providing a discussion forum has been shown to be ineffective for fostering meaningful discussions and peer-learning among students. Making focus questions for steering the online discussion, along with simple questions to ensure that students participate, is more appropriate. These are termed as Learner experience Interactions (LxI).
Why new terminology?
Some of you may wonder why new terminology is required. For example, why not say 'videos with quizzes' instead of LeD? The reason is that LeD is a concept (elaborated later). It can be implemented in multiple ways. One way of implementing it is through short videos with in-video activities/quizzes. Similarly for LbD, LxT and LxI.
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For a high-level overview of the LCM Model, watch this video.
For research evidence regarding the LCM Model, visit this website.
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