1. The document discusses the rise of Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) in UK higher education, including the launch of the FutureLearn platform led by the Open University in 2012. 2. It also examines innovations in pedagogy recommended in an Open University report, such as new models for e-books, badges for accredited learning, and learning analytics. 3. Surveys of students and professionals show greater awareness of and openness to MOOCs among professionals, but also the importance of qualifications for students. The UK is investing cautiously in online education while recognizing the value of campus experiences.

1. EDUCATION Beyond Frontiers – AAU
INTELLIGENCE 25 February 2013
Mass open innovation in pedagogy
A UK Perspective in 5 mins
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2. EDUCATION
INTELLIGENCE
UK off shore provision 2010/11 - modes of teaching
2%
17%
vv
23%
58%
Studying overseas for UK HEI award at overseas campus
Studying overseas for UK HEI award other than at an overseas campus
Distance, flexible and distributed learning for UK HEI award where the location of the student is known to be overseas
Registered at overseas partner organisation
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3. EDUCATION
INTELLIGENCE
FutureLearn
Launched Dec 2012
Open University led (1969 – now 250k students)
British Library and 17 Universities
vv
First UK-led, multi institutional platform for MOOC’s
Private Company owned by OU
India with PM last week
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4. EDUCATION
INTELLIGENCE
Open University 2012 report - Innovating Pedagogy
1. New pedagogy for e–books (High Impact 0-2yrs)
2. Publisher led short courses (Medium 0-2yrs)
3. Assessment for learning (High 2-5 yrs)
4. Badges for accredited learning (High 2-5yrs)
vv
5. MOOC’s (Medium 2-5 yrs)
6. Rebirth of academic publishing (Medium/High 2-4yrs)
7. Seamless learning (Medium/High 2-4yrs)
8. Leaning analytics (Medium/High 2-4yrs)
9. Personal inquiry learning (Medium 2-4yrs)
10. Rhizomatic (informal) learning (Unsure – could be High 4yrs +)
Issues: Accreditation of outputs and financial sustainability
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5. EDUCATION
INTELLIGENCE
“These innovations are not
independent, but fit together
into a new and disruptive form
vv of education that transcends
boundaries”
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6. EDUCATION
INTELLIGENCE
University of Edinburgh
Of 16 who were in early Coursera Group (now 60+)
6 courses – 5-7 weeks long, Intro to Philosophy to
Equine Nutrition
vv For:
1. Reputation – an early adopter of educ technology
2. Exploration – of new pedagogical space
3. Reach – more widely
4. Share – experiences with peer Universities
5. Fun!
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7. EDUCATION
INTELLIGENCE The future….here to stay or flash in the pan
Variety of MOOCs * Research Intensive *
MOOC’s
Flex for Criteria * Enrollments/ **
MOOC
Credit for MOOC’s * $$ per MOOC ***
vv
Use for Marketing ** Hype ***
Other U’s, colleges **
MOOC Platforms ***
Routes to Entry ***
Number of them *****
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8. EDUCATION
INTELLIGENCE
University of Edinburgh
Should you enter this space? Know why in or not:
Free to take but not to provide - and publicity is
everything for reaching Massive!
vv Offer MOOCs – part of curriculum, entry route, general
marketing, profile, income, R&D etc
Use others’ MOOCs – part of curriculum, high reputation
courses, internal economies, overcome lack of
capacity/capability, tasters, profile etc
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9. EDUCATION
INTELLIGENCE 1. Professionals more aware of MOOCs
Are you familiar with the free online courses being offered by universities such as Harvard, MIT and University of
California, Berkeley?
100%
90%
80%
70%
60%
vv
50%
40%
30%
20%
10%
0%
Professionals Students
I don't know No Yes
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10. EDUCATION
INTELLIGENCE 2…and more likely to take one
Would you ever consider taking such a free online course?
100%
90%
80%
70%
60%
vv 50%
40%
30%
20%
10%
0%
Professionals Students
I don't know No Yes
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11. EDUCATION
INTELLIGENCE 3. Both want to up-skill, for students it’s brand!
Why do you think people would consider taking a free online course?
I want to sharpen my skills in that area
I want to gain the prestige associated with that University
vv
I want to develop a professional network at home and/or overseas
I want better opportunities regarding employment
Other
0 10 20 30 40 50 60
Students Professionals
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12. EDUCATION
INTELLIGENCE 4. Marketing is key
Why do you think people would not consider taking such a free online course?
This type of courses does not give a formal qualification that is recognised
They do not have the time to commit to a course of this kind
They do not believe they are a worthwhile undertaking
vv They are not aware of these online courses
No courses offered are relevant to their study/ work
This type of course does not give any credit towards a degree
Other, please specify
0 10 20 30 40 50 60
Students Professionals
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13. EDUCATION
INTELLIGENCE 5. Professionals open to a range of courses
Would you only consider taking a free online course that is related to your own field of study- work?
100%
90%
80%
70%
60%
vv 50%
40%
30%
20%
10%
0%
Employed Students
No Yes I don't know
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14. EDUCATION
INTELLIGENCE 6. Students really love qualifications!
Would you only pursue a free online course if you gained a qualification for that course?
100%
90%
80%
70%
60%
vv 50%
40%
30%
20%
10%
0%
Employed Students
I don't know No Yes
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15. EDUCATION
INTELLIGENCE
UK taking seriously and investing cautiously
• Value of ‘campus experience’ and soft skill development key for employers
• 2007 – 2012 180,000 students ‘I want the experience of living overseas’.
• Two clearly distinct audiences – Students, Life Long Learners, CPD
vv
• MOOCs have opened a door previously shut – mind set
• The game has already changed
• Role of English language or language ability is key
FIN!
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