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To obtain the necessary information for running this type of technology in MOOC, it became necessary to create a course with assessments using regular expressions and some without. The reason for the union of assessments with regular expressions and others that were not, is to check whether such expressions introduce problems for some students when answering questions, i.e., if they prefer to respond to other questions rather than those assessed by regular expressions.
Moreover, the course called How to create an MOOC? Had no restrictions when admitting students, therefore is considered a fairly diverse sample.
But studies made on a survey in U-MOOC indicate that the student of the course is between 30-40 years old, working as an employee or independent and has graduate studies.
The MOOC has 182 automatic questions and another one peer to peer question. 36 of this questions were short answer questions evaluated with the help of regular expressions, the completion level in the MOOC for this questions can be seen on the next figure (See figure 1).
Figure 1. - Completion level of the MOOC use in this research
Therefore it can be considered reliably that students are prepared to answer questions in the right way using the technology that is being proposed. This use of technology consists only on writing correctly within a dialog box the answer to the question that the teacher indicates, without receiving any explanation of how it should be resolved.
For some months the student responses were collected (See figure 2), and although not all of them successfully completed the course, enough data to draw a conclusion about the execution of the regular expressions in the course were obtained.
Figure 2. - Students desertion...
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In Laura Pappano’s essay, “The Year of the MOOC”, she describes a MOOC, or a Massive Open Online Course, an online course to build a higher education for people around the world. After examining “Chunky Peanut Butter”, by James Gregory, I am convinced he’s the best college applicant to attend a MOOC because he’s flexible and can work with anyone, he’s active in the community and he never gives up.
2. This exam consists of 50 multiple-choice questions. Select the BEST answer and mark the appropriate
Studies show that nontraditional students over the age of 30 are more likely to succeed in online classes than traditional students because they tend to be more engaged with their courses, have better time management and value exchanges with their peers and instructors (Dibiase & Kidwai, 2010). In a course study at a U.S. university it was found that traditional students logged into class less frequently than nontraditional students, contributed less in class discussions, asked routine rather than substantive questions, but scored equally on assignments (Dibiase & Kidwai, 2010). The study also showed that nontraditional students enrolled in courses they felt would advance their careers while many traditional students only enrolled in courses to fulfill degree requirements (Dibiase & Kidwai,
There are many different types of student response systems. The most common student response system includes a set of handheld devices, otherwise called the input device, software to develop the questions and collect the data, and a projection system. Input devices come in three basic types with a variety of shapes and sizes. The first type is an input device that merely sends the student’s response to the computer software which collects the data, with no feedback to the students. The second type is an input device that sends and receives information, to indicate if the question was responded to ...
Question #1 – Education is currently experiencing a major student achievement initiative to reform curricula by remedying the discrepancy between the curricula guide, the instructional plan, and the variety of assessment measures. Why are multiple measures needed to address the full depth and breadth of the expectations for student learning?
Technology is a powerful tool in the classroom. Current technology makes the students’ lives easier, both in and out of the classroom. Using technology allows learners to solve, create and collaborate problems.
Technology is an essential addition to my instruction and is constantly present in my students’ everyday lives. It only makes sense that educators are using technology for assessments and standardized tests. Adams stated that because essay-grading technology has improved throughout the years, some standardized tests have used it to analyze the essay portions (pg. 3). I feel that not only could this save time reading and analyzing the essays, but it could possibly even prevent bias or human scoring errors. Some essay-grading technology can be used to provide feedback to students before they submit an assignment. This technology seems beneficial because it could help ensure that a student is submitting a high-quality essay, which would allow the teacher to provide meaningful feedback on craft and arguments instead of focusing on grammar and mechanics
According to Leber (2013), “as online education platforms like Coursera, edX, and Udacity burst onto the scene over the past year, backers have talked up their potential to democratize higher education in the countries that have had the least access” (as quoted in Xin, Debora & Casheena, Accessibility Section, para.1 ). MOOCs eliminate the requisite and cost of learning and also provide lifelong opportunities that match individual interest and career goal (Xin, Debora & Casheena,
These tests which assess skills such as auditory discrimination, letter identification, letter-sound association, following directions and copying letters result in a readiness program designed to master these skills,” (Harlin & Lipa,1990). The pros of formal assessments- its provides data for certain subjects but mostly core content area. School administrators are able to take the data that is given and compare it to previous data from years past, or compare to other schools in the county, other counties within the state, or on a national level. While the pros have benefits, there are cons to formal assessments. Cons can possibly include failure in technology- computers can shut down or fail to operate properly during testing, internet fails to transmit data, or student is not computer literate. Other cons can include student performance, whereas the student is not a good test taker and struck with anxiety or nervousness. A student’s non-performance or poor performance on a formal assessment can be a disadvantage in when it comes to the data. Especially if the content on the test has not been covered during the course of the school year. Most students complain at the end of the test that certain information they did not know because the concepts or content information was never introduced in the class.
The National Education Association suggests that assessment is a “continuous flow of evidence that can only be provided by classroom assessment.” (NEA, 2003) Balanced assessments can actually promote student learning and achievement. “To maximize student success, assessment must be seen as an instructional tool for use while learning is occurring, and as an accountability tool to determine if learning has occurred.” (NEA, 2003)
Technology provides a great resource for teachers and students in the ongoing effort to assess student learning. Mayen and Greer (2010) mention 9 ways technology helps in assessing student learning.” Technology provides the capacity to (a) provide immediate feedback to teachers on the performance of learners individually, and in aggregate, to facilitate databased instructional decisions; (b) provide feedback to students as they engage in Web-based instruction; (c) present skills and concepts in graphics and animation for clarity; (d) offer opportunities for students to interact with the delivery of instruction in a manner that is engaging; (e) deliver instruction aligned with standards and formative and summative assessments; (f) embed assessments in instructional applications; (g) provide instructional opportunities in nonschool settings; (h) employ features that enhance mo...
There are numerous benefits of computer-assisted testing. They can enhance test administration, scoring, interpretation, and integration. Test administration and scoring may be enhanced due to the standardization that is built in to computers. Another benefit is that each test taker receives the same presentation of test items and response sets. The availability of computerized testing devices allows people with a disabilities to complete tests with minimal assistance. This allows the test results to be more valid since there is less enteraction between takers and givers. Test scoring can also be simplified and enhanced due to reduced computational errors.
However, teachers on Coursera act more like a TV host who broadcast knowledge rather than scaffold learning step by step. The video is pre-recorded and put on the platform at the beginning of the course. Students are audience who watch the videos like an outsider rather than a participant in the course since there is no interaction between teachers and students and students themselves. Students have no one to turn to when happening a problem. Teachers do not know students’ learning situation, what they learn and what they miss. Different students with different academic background and different learning expectation are treated in the same way. Moreover, the assessment is based on machine grading and peer assessment. It seems a good method to determine the ZDP development since it needs independent problem solving and provides the opportunity to collaborate with peers. However, it results in the problem of poor quality of the assessment, which cannot accurately assess student’s progress and outcome. I personally happen an issue that I can get full marks with randomly typing two letters while the actual requirement for each answer is one-paragraph length with high quality. Hew and Cheung also explained (2014) that essay-grading software couldn’t truly assess the quality of the writing; peer assessment in MOOCs is invalid since the grading is based on the assumption that students have the ability to grade, “like the blind leading the blind”
Technology has become convenient in all aspects of twenty-first century life and its use in the field of education is no exception. Technology is beneficial to today’s classrooms because it allows teachers to engage students in more active participation and learning, assists with formative assessment, and better enables teaching to all students possessing various learning styles and preferences. Technology has revolutionized the nation in recent years and its role in education is vital. There are many different uses of technology in education, hardware and software, and the methods and modes are constantly changing and evolving to better meet the needs of teachers and students. Formative assessment in and of itself can be an incredibly useful tool to teachers allowing them to gage student understanding and comprehension. A teacher’s ability to utilize technology effectively can have a positive and lasting effect on both teaching style and student learning.
Technology properly used in the classroom has many advantages to a student’s learning. Technology can help students become more involved in their own learning process, which is not seen in the traditional classroom. It allows them to master basic skills at their own rate rather than being left behind. Teachers and students alike can connect to real life situations by using technology in the classroom; this can also help to prepare students for real world situations. Technology can be used to motivate students as well as to offer more challenging opportunities. It can also be used as a visualization tool to keep students interested in the subject that is being taught. When technology is used effectively, students have the opportunity to develop skills that they may not get without the use of technology (Cleaver, 2011). Assessing and monitoring students is easier on the teacher because of the ability to use technology in the classroom. When technology is used correctly it offers limitless resources to a classroom atmosphere.