A Study on Blended Modes for College English Teaching Based on MOOCs

Abstract

Blended learning in higher education is the basic mode preferred by both teachers and students. With the rapid development of MOOCs, teachers are exploring the ways to make use of MOOCs to create an effective blended learning strategies. However, specific attention for the general blended modes for college English teaching still scarce. Therefore, this study explores the basic requirements on blended teaching based on MOOCs, aiming to establish a blended mode for college English teaching based on MOOCs. The mode consists of three major parts: Input by online learning; output through classroom practice and discussion and after-class reflection and consolidation. The configuration and practice of college English blended teaching modes help to solve the problem that students are not so capable of autonomous learning and motivate students to think critically. Keywords— Blended learning, MOOCs, College English teaching