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Quality criteria in MOOC: Comparative and proposed indicators
Camino Ferreira1, Ana R Arias2, Javier Vidal1
1Department of Psychology, Sociology and Philosophy, University of León, León, Spain.
Plos One
|December 5, 2022
Summary
This study identifies key quality indicators for Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) using expert consensus. The developed checklist helps universities assess and ensure MOOC quality for the growing online education landscape.
Area of Science:
- Educational Technology
- Higher Education Quality Assurance
Background:
- The rapid expansion of Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) necessitates robust quality assurance processes.
- Existing quality frameworks may not fully address the unique characteristics of MOOCs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To identify essential requirements and indicators for assessing MOOC quality.
- To align MOOC quality assessment with European Association for Quality Assurance in Higher Education (ENQA) standards.
Main Methods:
- The Delphi method was employed, involving successive rounds of expert judgment.
- Twenty experts from eight institutions specializing in MOOCs participated.
- Indicators were evaluated based on relevance, feasibility, and comparability criteria.
Main Results:
- A consensus was reached on a set of requirements and indicators for MOOC quality.
- The study produced a checklist designed for university use in MOOC approval and quality assessment.
Conclusions:
- The developed system provides a structured mechanism for evaluating MOOC quality.
- This framework supports universities in making informed decisions regarding MOOC approval and continuous improvement.
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