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The soul behind the screen:understanding cultural enrichment as a motivation of informal MOOC learning
Resource type
Journal Article
Authors/contributors
- Lochlainn, Conchúr Mac (Author)
- Mhichíl, Mairéad Nic Giolla (Author)
- Beirne, Elaine (Author)
- Brown, Mark (Author)
Title
The soul behind the screen:understanding cultural enrichment as a motivation of informal MOOC learning
Abstract
This article explores the role of culture and the concept of openness as they relate to learning using a massive open online course which teaches the Irish language and Irish culture to learners around the world. It explores how best to describe the meaning of such learning, and the social, material, and relational tensions that exist in such provision. Using a qualitative case study design, we analyzed a collection of 3507 learner comments placed on key reflective steps throughout the course. From the analysis of learner experiences, motivations, and opinions, we identified five major themes. We then examined the role of inequality, social justice, and lifelong learning in light of the themes. The article concludes with recommendations for further research, in addition to reflections on the value of small-scale case studies to explore the diversity inherent in MOOC provision.
Publication
Distance Education
Volume
41
Issue
2
Pages
201-215
Date
April 2, 2020
ISSN
0158-7919
Short Title
The soul behind the screen
Accessed
24/03/2021, 14:38
Library Catalogue
Taylor and Francis+NEJM
Extra
Publisher: Routledge
_eprint: https://doi.org/10.1080/01587919.2020.1757408
Citation
Lochlainn, C. M., Mhichíl, M. N. G., Beirne, E., & Brown, M. (2020). The soul behind the screen:understanding cultural enrichment as a motivation of informal MOOC learning. Distance Education, 41(2), 201–215. https://doi.org/10.1080/01587919.2020.1757408
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