MOOC Reviewer: Key Points PDF

**MIL REVIEWER** **MOOC Reviewer: Key Points** What is a **MOOC**? \- Massive Open Online Course: A free online course with unlimited enrollment, accessible to anyone with an internet connection. \- Asynchronous: Learners can access course materials and complete assignments at their own pace. \...

**MIL REVIEWER** **MOOC Reviewer: Key Points** What is a **MOOC**? \- Massive Open Online Course: A free online course with unlimited enrollment, accessible to anyone with an internet connection. \- Asynchronous: Learners can access course materials and complete assignments at their own pace. \- Content Delivery: MOOCs typically use recorded video lectures, online readings, and online assessments. \- Student Interaction: Some MOOCs offer varying degrees of interaction between students and instructors. **TYPES OF MOOCS:** **xms** - **xMOOCs**: Based on traditional course structures, using established teaching approaches and materials. **cms** - **cMOOCs**: Based on Connectivism learning models, emphasizing collaboration and student-generated content. **ADVANTAGES OF MOOCS**: **S - Scalability**: MOOCs can reach a large number of learners globally. **A - Accessibility**: Free of charge, anyone can enroll. **F - Flexibility**: Self-paced learning, allowing learners to work at their own speed. **HQ - High Quality**: Led by subject matter experts and supported by teaching assistants. **OC - Online Collaboration**: Learners can connect and interact with others from around the world. **POPULAR MOOC PLATFORMS:** **C - Coursera**: Offers courses from top universities like Stanford, Princeton, and Yale. **e - edX**: Features courses from institutions like Harvard, MIT, and Berkeley. **U - Udacity**: Focuses on programming courses, often in collaboration with industry partners. **F - FutureLearn**: A UK-based platform with courses from British and European universities. **Text Information Production Reviewer** **Text information** can be written in script using the Roman alphabet or a different script that is appropriate to the language of the reader. **Types of Text Information** **I** - **Informative**: Provides factual information (e.g., news articles, encyclopedias). **P** - **Persuasive**: Aims to convince the reader to adopt a particular viewpoint or take action (e.g., advertisements, opinion pieces). **N** - **Narrative**: Tells a story or shares an experience (e.g., stories, blogs). **D** - **Descriptive**: Provides detailed descriptions (e.g., product descriptions, travel writing). **Creators of Text Information** **J - Journalists**: Create news and factual content. **A - Authors**: Write books, stories, and informative texts. **B - Bloggers** and Social Media Influencers: Share personal views, opinions, and product recommendations. **A - Advertisers**: Write persuasive content to promote products or ideas. **Roles of Text Creators** **IP - Information Provider**: Informs the public about current events, topics, or ideas. **S - Storyteller**: Crafts narratives that engage audiences. **E - Educator**: Explains complex topics to help audiences understand new information. **P - Persuader**: Aims to persuade audiences to adopt specific viewpoints or actions. **E - Entertainer**: Produces content that entertains audiences. **CT - Critical Thinker**: Stimulates critical thinking by presenting nuanced arguments. **Ethical Responsibilities of Text Creators** **A&T - Accuracy and Truthfulness**: Strive to present accurate, verified information. **T - Transparency**: Be clear about affiliations, sponsorships, and potential biases. **O - Objectivity**: Avoid bias by presenting balanced views, especially for news and informative content. **RfP - Respect for Privacy**: Refrain from sharing private or sensitive information without consent. **AP - Avoiding Plagiarism**: Give proper credit for others\' ideas, quotations, or research. **S&R - Sensitivity and Respect**: Use inclusive language and treat subjects with respect. **SR - Social Responsibility**: Be aware of the broader impact of their work and aim to contribute positively to society. **ECT - Encouraging Critical Thinking**: Encourage readers to question and critically evaluate information. **Text Information Production 2 Reviewer** **Process of Production** **C - Conceptualization**: The initial idea or purpose behind the text, including its audience and message. **D&R - Drafting and Research**: Collecting information and creating an initial draft. **E&R - Editing and Revising**: Ensuring clarity, coherence, and accuracy of information. **P - Publishing: Finalizing** and sharing the text, whether in print or digital format. **Types of Production** **S - Self-Published**: Individual writers or small groups produce content independently. **PP - Professional Publishing**: Involves a more formal process with editors, designers, and publishers (e.g., newspapers, books). **Text Information Production 3 Reviewer** **Criteria for Evaluation**: **A - Accuracy**: Information must be correct, truthful, and reliable. Look for verified sources and evidence to support claims. **Au - Authority**: The source of information should be credible and have expertise in the subject area. Consider the author\'s qualifications and the reputation of the publication. **R - Relevance**: Information should directly address the topic or question and be suitable for the intended audience. **C - Currency**: Information should be up-to-date, especially for topics like science, technology, and current events. Check publication dates and consider if newer sources exist. **P&B - Purpose and Bias**: Consider the author\'s intent and whether there is any bias or hidden agenda. Look for potential conflicts of interest or attempts to influence the reader\'s opinion. **Visual Information Reviewer** **Definition and Types of Visual Information** **VI - Visual Information**: Refers to data or messages conveyed primarily through images or visuals. **VM - Visual Media**: Platforms or formats where visual information is presented (e.g., newspapers, social media, video platforms). **Types of Visual Media**: **P - Photography**: Used for documentation, storytelling, and evoking emotions. **I - Infographics**: Combine text, images, and icons to simplify complex information. **V&A - Videos and Animation**: Effective for storytelling, tutorials, and engaging audiences. **I&G - Illustrations and Graphics**: Add visual interest and simplify abstract ideas. **P&A - Posters and Advertisements**: Designed to attract attention quickly and convey a message. **Principles of Visual Design in Media** **C - Contrast**: Differentiates elements to help certain areas stand out. **B - Balance**: Ensures a stable and visually pleasing arrangement of elements. **E - Emphasis**: Draws attention to the main focus of the design. **H - Hierarchy**: Guides the viewer\'s eyes through the most important information first. **U - Unity**: Ensures that all elements work together cohesively. **Motion Media Reviewer** **Motion media** is visual media that combines movement and sound to convey information or tell a story. **Types of motion media**: **L - Live-action**: Real-life footage (movies, documentaries, news). **A - Animation**: Computer-generated or hand-drawn graphics (cartoons, infographics). **SM - Stop Motion**: Frame-by-frame animation (claymation, visual effects). **MG - Motion Graphics**: Animated graphic elements, often with text, to explain concepts. **Importance of motion media**: **E - Engagement**: Captures attention and makes information more interesting. **C - Clarity**: Simplifies complex information through visuals and sound. **EI - Emotional Impact**: Evokes emotions through storytelling and sound. **Applications of motion media**: **E - Education**: Educational videos, online courses, and tutorials. **E - Entertainment**: Movies, TV shows, and streaming content. **A&M - Advertising & Marketing**: Commercials, product animations, and motion ads. **N&J - News & Journalism**: Visual storytelling in news reports and documentaries. **SM&C - Social Media & Communication**: GIFs, short videos, and interactive stories. **Audio Information Reviewer** **AI - Audio information** is communicated through sound, including spoken words, music, and sound effects. **AM - Audio Media**: A medium using sound to share information, tell stories, and entertain. **Types of Audio Media:** **RB - Radio Broadcast**: News, weather, music, and talk shows. **P - Podcast**: Audio series discussing various topics, often with multiple episodes. **A - Audiobook**: Recorded spoken readings of books, providing accessibility and convenience. **M - Music**: Songs and instrumental pieces used for entertainment, marketing, or storytelling. **SE&BM - Sound Effects & Background Music**: Enhance experiences in movies, games, and storytelling. **An&Ad - Announcements & Advertisements**: Audio messages intended to inform or persuade. **Importance of Audio Media**: **A - Accessibility**: Consumable without visuals, beneficial for those with visual impairments. **EC - Emotional Connection**: Conveys emotions effectively, especially through voice and music. **C - Convenience**: Listenable on the go, during activities like driving or walking. **IR- Information Retention**: Sound can be memorable due to tone, music, and emphasis. **Applications of Audio Media**: **E - Education**: Podcasts, audiobooks, and audio lectures are widely used in online learning. **E - Entertainment**: Radio shows, music streaming, and audiobooks offer accessible entertainment. **N&I - News & Information**: Radio and audio news updates provide real-time information. **M - Marketing**: Commercials and audio ads target specific audiences. **PerDev - Personal Development**: Self-help audiobooks, language-learning programs, and guided meditations are popular. Reviewer by Catherine Gammad