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What is Massive Online Open Course (MOOC)

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Handbook of Research on Learning Outcomes and Opportunities in the Digital Age
MOOC is defined as an online course with the option of free and open registration, a publicly-shared curriculum, and open-ended outcomes.
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A Multi-Criteria Decision Making Approach for Evaluation of MOOCs Platforms
Sunil Pratap Singh (Dayalbagh Educational Institute (Deemed University), India) and Preetvanti Singh (Dayalbagh Educational Institute (Deemed University), India)
Copyright: © 2016 |Pages: 28
DOI: 10.4018/978-1-4666-9577-1.ch023
Abstract
Technology and globalization have increased accessibility to higher education. In recent years, the concept of online or distance learning has expanded to a growing number of Massive Online Open Courses (MOOCs), i.e. enrolling in free higher education courses open for any Internet user. MOOCs are recent trends in distance learning promoted by several prestigious universities. This Chapter describes what MOOC is with review of the history, its characteristics, advantages, and different platforms for developing of MOOCs. The authors also discuss the multi-criteria nature of MOOCs and identify the parameters important for selecting a MOOC platform. It is hoped that MOOC will enhance accessibility, student engagement, and experiences for lifelong learning which will empower and inspire educators around the world and promote success in learning.
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