MOOCs (Massive Open Online Courses) allow unlimited participation and open access via the Internet. The first MOOC launched in 2008, emerging from the open education movement. MOOCs can be connectivist, designed for connectivity like George Siemens' CMOOC, or xMOOCs focused on content delivery. This document also outlines topics to be covered in a MOOC about oceans, including underwater phenomena, ocean safety, sea creatures, lifeguard techniques, and health for sailors.
2. M - Massive
O - Open
O - Online
C - Course
Allows content online delivery to any person who wants to take a course Free courses that are
online
Has no limit to attendance Has materials like videos, readings and problem sets that students can
use for them to learn effectively
3. First MOOC was offered in 2008 at the University of Manitoba
Distributive nature of Stephen Downes and George Siemens
CCKO8 course
First MOOCs emerged from OER (Open Educational Resources)
movement
Term came up with Dave Cormier
4. Connectivist MOOC. This is a MOOC designed for
connectivity learners built by George Siemens.
CMOOCs
Developed out of the OpenCourseWare and Open
Educational Resources
XMOOC
6. This Mooc will provide information about what is happening under the water
The things to look out for when you intend to visit the ocean
Creatures that are found under the sea
Life guard Techniques when faced with rescuing people from drowning
Healthy life style for Sailor men and women