TEACHING ESP IN THE DIGITAL AGE: IMPLICATIONS FOR CRAFTING EFFECTIVE COURSE DESCRIPTIONS FOR ONLINE LEARNING

Ahmad Hajeer

DOI Number
https://doi.org/10.22190/JTESAP231116021H
First page
255
Last page
267

Abstract


As technology continues to advance rapidly, the field of education has witnessed significant transformations. One prominent outcome is the emergence of Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs), which offer accessible and flexible online learning opportunities. MOOC descriptions play a crucial role in attracting and informing prospective students about the course content and objectives. However, existing studies have yet to provide a comprehensive, step-by-step guide for creating compelling MOOC descriptions in English. This study aims to bridge that gap by offering practical recommendations and implications for instructors and course developers seeking to enhance the effectiveness of their MOOC descriptions. Drawing on previous theoretical frameworks and an empirical investigation, this guide synthesizes the existing body of knowledge and examines recent MOOC descriptions to provide insightful recommendations. By focusing on both the persuasiveness and informativeness of MOOC descriptions, this study equips ESP practitioners with the tools to train educators to engage and captivate potential learners in the online learning landscape.

Keywords

Massive Open Online Courses, MOOCs, course description, ESP

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