The maturing of the MOOC: literature review of massive open online courses and other forms of online distance learning

Provides an overview of recent reports, writings and opinion on massive open online courses (MOOCs). BIS research paper number 130.
This report updates our knowledge on the development and impact of massive open online courses on learners and institutions at further education and higher education level. The study assessed available literature from various sources, including academic research articles and formal comprehensive reviews; blog posts; commentary and journalistic coverage. It concludes that massive open online courses are likely to become a standard element of university education with new teaching and learning methods that provide revenue and lower costs. A major challenge is finding suitable business models.
Research and analysis Massive open online courses and online distance learning: review
Organisation: Department for Business, Innovation & Skills
Page history: Published 18 September 2013
Policies: Improving the quality of further education and skills training+ 1 other and Making the higher education system more efficient and diverse


Series: BIS research papers.