{"470401":{"#nid":"470401","#data":{"type":"event","title":"MOOC Course Proposals Competition","body":[{"value":"\u003Ctable cellspacing=\u00220\u0022 cellpadding=\u00220\u0022\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\u0022td1\u0022 valign=\u0022middle\u0022\u003E\u003Ctable class=\u0022t1\u0022 width=\u0022477.0\u0022 cellspacing=\u00220\u0022 cellpadding=\u00220\u0022\u003E\u003Ctbody\u003E\u003Ctr\u003E\u003Ctd class=\u0022td2\u0022 valign=\u0022middle\u0022\u003E\u003Cp class=\u0022p1\u0022\u003EAnnouncing the \u003Ca href=\u0022https:\/\/gatech.infoready4.com\/#competitionDetail\/1743147\u0022\u003EMassively Open Online Course (MOOC) Proposals\u003C\/a\u003E competition\u003Cbr \/\u003E \u003Cbr \/\u003EWe are pleased to announce the launch of the Massively Open Online Course (MOOC) Proposals competition. You can click the link above to view the competition page, and review the details below as well. Please share with colleagues you think may be interested.\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cul class=\u0022ul1\u0022\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EInternal Submission Deadline: \u003C\/strong\u003EWednesday, November 25, 2015\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EFunding Organization\u0027s Deadline: \u003C\/strong\u003EFriday, January 15, 2016\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAward Cycle: \u003C\/strong\u003ERound 4\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EDescription:\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Cp class=\u0022p3\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ERequest for MOOC Proposal and Evaluation Criteria\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp class=\u0022p3\u0022\u003EGeorgia Tech Professional Education \u0026amp; Center for 21st Century Universities\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp class=\u0022p3\u0022\u003ENovember 2015\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp class=\u0022p4\u0022\u003EGeorgia Tech is entering its fourth year of MOOC development, delivery and assessment and it\u0027s first RFP where edX is a development option. Over the three years, our strategy has matured and we have reached a number of milestones that have further enhanced Georgia Tech\u2019s MOOC program:\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cul class=\u0022ul1\u0022\u003E\u003Cul class=\u0022ul2\u0022\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003EDeveloped and produced 26 MOOC courses offered more than 60 times on Coursera with 24 faculty representing nearly all colleges on campus\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003EFlipped 10 classrooms on the Georgia Tech campus using the Coursera platform\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003EDeveloped and produced 2 specializations on Coursera\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003EDeveloped and produced 1 sequences on Coursera\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003ESurpassed 1M enrollments on Coursera\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003ELaunch the country\u2019s first massive open online degree with OMS CS on Udacity, and developed and launched 7 non-credit graduate level computer science courses from OMS CS on Udacity\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Cp class=\u0022p4\u0022\u003EThese initiatives have afforded a positive impact on the classroom teaching and learning experiences of traditional and non-traditional students at Georgia Tech.\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp class=\u0022p4\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EMOOC Proposal Evaluation Criteria:\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp class=\u0022p4\u0022\u003EMeeting the following criteria will increase the chance of approval of your MOOC submission. The MOOC faculty review committee will evaluate and review the proposal(s) against this criteria.\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cul class=\u0022ul1\u0022\u003E\u003Col class=\u0022ol1\u0022\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003EWhat is the global market potential of the MOOC? Who will take this MOOC? (cite professional organizations, companies, job titles, industries, sectors, degrees, education level, and all other demographics that you know are relevant, valuable markets for the proposed subject matter)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003EDoes the MOOC have the ability to benefit learners either professionally or personally? (career, income, promotion, quality of life, skill set, employability, job force readiness, improved college application pool, etc.)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003EDoes the MOOC directly benefit Georgia Tech? List ways that you think it benefits Georgia Tech or Georgia Tech learners.\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003EDoes the proposal have the potential to create a Specialization? \u003Cem\u003EA Specialization may be presented either as a sequence of courses that build upon each culminating with a capstone project or a complimentary group of courses that can be taken in any order.\u003C\/em\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003EWill the MOOC be used to impact your research or any research at Georgia Tech?\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003EDoes the proposed instructor have prior experience teaching online\/hybrid courses and\/or using educational technology such as learning management systems, lecture capture, online forums or online pedagogy?\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003EIs the course development timeline realistic?\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003EDoes the unit head approve your proposal submission and acknowledge that you have the time to focus on the proposed work. (\u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/pe.sdt.gatech.edu\/sites\/default\/files\/Routing%20Sheet_MOOCS%20Coursera.docx\u0022\u003Esee routing sheet link\u003C\/a\u003E)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ol\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Cp class=\u0022p4\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ERequired MOOC Proposal Basics:\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp class=\u0022p4\u0022\u003EThe proposal must include the following information.\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cul class=\u0022ul1\u0022\u003E\u003Col class=\u0022ol1\u0022\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECourse Title\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECourse Platform:\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Col class=\u0022ol2\u0022\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003ECoursera\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003EedX\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ol\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECourse Type:\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Col class=\u0022ol2\u0022\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003EA single stand-alone course\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003EConversion of a current Coursera course from session based to on demand format\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003ESpecialization or sequence\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ol\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECourse Description:\u003C\/strong\u003E Submit a 100 \u2013 200 word general description of the course. Be specific and highlight course value.\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETarget Audience:\u003C\/strong\u003E Describe your target audience and be as specific as you can.\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Col class=\u0022ol2\u0022\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003EGeneral interest (Please specify)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003EUndergraduate Student\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003EGraduate Students (include what degree programs are most relevant)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003EProfessional or Graduate (include what degree programs are most relevant)\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003EIndustries or sectors\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003EProfessional organizations\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003EJob titles\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ol\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECourse Demand: \u003C\/strong\u003EPlease provide evidence of market demand for this course (student surveys, articles, etc.). Please also list any similar courses you are aware of.\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ol\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Cul class=\u0022ul1\u0022\u003E\u003Cul class=\u0022ul2\u0022\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EEvidence of Learning: \u003C\/strong\u003EWhat assessment activities will provide evidence that the defined course goals are met?\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Cul class=\u0022ul1\u0022\u003E\u003Col class=\u0022ol1\u0022\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ECourse Design\/Format:\u003C\/strong\u003E Include learning outcomes, prerequisite knowledge and types of assessments\u003Cem\u003E. Coursera recommends the following guidelines to best support learner engagement and continuation in your course:\u003C\/em\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cul class=\u0022ul3\u0022\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003E\u003Cem\u003E10-30 hours of total learner time (watching videos and doing assessments) per course.\u003C\/em\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003E\u003Cem\u003EMaterial broken down into modules of 1-2 hours of learner time\u003C\/em\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003E\u003Cem\u003EModules broken down into lessons of 20-23 minutes of learner time, with some formative assessment in each lesson (for example a 3-10 question quiz)\u003C\/em\u003E\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003C\/ol\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Cul class=\u0022ul1\u0022\u003E\u003Col class=\u0022ol1\u0022\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EA detailed outline or course syllabus and plan:\u003C\/strong\u003E Include a weekly schedule, sample readings, and descriptions of proposed assessments. Note that you may not use any copyrighted material to which you do not have world-wide, free distribution rights.\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ol\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Cul class=\u0022ul1\u0022\u003E\u003Col class=\u0022ol1\u0022\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EYour Background:\u003C\/strong\u003E Briefly explain your background and why you will be effective at creating and delivering a MOOC for Georgia Tech.\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ETechnology \u0026amp; Other Requirements:\u003C\/strong\u003E Are there special tools or materials that are required for the course (programming environment, simulators, e-books etc.)? Are there any special support needs for the course, such as animations that need to be generated or extensive graphics that need to be created? Are there any special IP permissions that will need to be acquired? Will you be using any data from your course for research and or publication?\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ol\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Cul class=\u0022ul1\u0022\u003E\u003Col class=\u0022ol1\u0022\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ESimple budget:\u003C\/strong\u003E In order to help us better understand projected use of funds, please provide your budget needs. A budget may consist of funds that can be used in the following ways:\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ol\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Cul class=\u0022ul1\u0022\u003E\u003Col class=\u0022ol1\u0022\u003E\u003Cul class=\u0022ul3\u0022\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003EBuy-outs\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003ESummer salary\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003EDiscretionary\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003ETeaching Assistants\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003EMaterials\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003C\/ol\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Cul class=\u0022ul1\u0022\u003E\u003Col class=\u0022ol1\u0022\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EAdditional Funding Sources:\u003C\/strong\u003E If you have funding or are planning to apply for funding from other sources\/grants to apply to the development of this proposed course please explain.\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cul class=\u0022ul3\u0022\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003ESource\u003C\/li\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003EAmount\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003C\/ol\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Cul class=\u0022ul1\u0022\u003E\u003Col class=\u0022ol1\u0022\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003ERequired Documents\/Department Approval Coversheet:\u003C\/strong\u003E Appropriate approval signatures from your unit head(s) supporting your desire to create a MOOC.\u003C\/li\u003E\u003C\/ol\u003E\u003C\/ul\u003E\u003Cp class=\u0022p4\u0022\u003E\u003Cstrong\u003EResources to Assist Faculty:\u003C\/strong\u003E\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp class=\u0022p4\u0022\u003EThe following materials area available to assist faculty in the proposal preparation.\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp class=\u0022p5\u0022\u003Eo\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; MOOC workshop attendance on Nov 13, 2015 or Spring 2016 is required before starting development of MOOC.\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp class=\u0022p5\u0022\u003Eo\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; Instructor\u2019s Guide for Faculty\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp class=\u0022p5\u0022\u003Eo\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/pe.sdt.gatech.edu\/sites\/default\/files\/Routing%20Sheet_MOOCS%20Coursera.docx\u0022\u003ERouting Sheet\u003C\/a\u003E - Accompanies the proposal (required)\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cp class=\u0022p5\u0022\u003Eo\u0026nbsp;\u0026nbsp; \u003Ca href=\u0022http:\/\/pe.sdt.gatech.edu\/sites\/default\/files\/GT_InstructorAgreement_MOOCS_fillable_FINAL%2010-26.pdf\u0022\u003EInstructor Agreement\u003C\/a\u003E - Used to launch the course when ready to go live\u003C\/p\u003E\u003Cul class=\u0022ul1\u0022\u003E\u003Cul class=\u0022ul2\u0022\u003E\u003Cli class=\u0022li2\u0022\u003ESubmit all policy, platform, instructional design, research and financial related questions to \u003Ca href=\u0022mailto:coursera-support@gatech.edu\u0022\u003Ecoursera-support@gatech.edu\u003C\/a\u003E. 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