Massive open online courses and modern education

Pages: 422-424
Pardeep Kumar (Department of Journalism and Mass Communication, Jagan Nath University, Bahadurgarh, Haryana)
Swati Chaudhary (Department of Education, Jagan Nath University, Bahadurgarh, Haryana)

Developments in information and communication technology along with distance education applications have changed the thinking of educators. Today, especially with the help of web technologies, very rich learning environments and materials are being created. In addition, the constantly growing and transforming structure of knowledge influences the learning mechanism of students and the role of teachers from top to bottom, pushing educational institutions and educational researches into new pursuits. In the most basic definition, MOOCs are online education platforms accessed for free by great masses. Online courses taught by elite academics in elite universities draw a lot of interest, and provide a complete distance learning environment through assignments, presentations, videos and other course materials. As one of the most interesting recent developments among distance education researchers, there is an undoubted expectation that MOOCs will revolutionize the operation of education in the future. This study defines MOOCs, interprets their emergence, interpretations are made regarding its role today and future tendencies, education and various recommendations are provided regarding future development.