https://ocw.mit.edu/courses/18-06-linear-algebra-spring-2010/

The MOOC I am currently taking is the Linear Algebra course taught by Dr. Gilbert Strang. Dr. Strang is a reputable Math professor in MIT. This MOOC is about Linear Algebra. It is hosted by Massachusetts Institute of Technology. The course format used the traditional university course format with sections of Syllabus, Video Lectures, Readings, Assignments, Exams, Study materials and Related resources. There is no interaction with the instructor available as I have the access to all the materials to succeed in this course. I am assessed with 3 exams and one final exam. The answer for each exam is also provided in a separate folder so I can always check my answers after finishing the exam.

The legitimacy of the MOOC is no different than traditional classes. The class itself is published by MIT and hosted by Dr. Strang. The reputation of MIT and Dr. Strang guaranteed the legitimacy of the class. As for autonomy, I have the full access of all the learning materials including video lectures, textbooks, practices questions and test materials. Therefore, I can take the class in my own pace without feel being pushed to do so. I have 0 connection to instructor and peers which I believe is the only disadvantage of this MOOC. Interacting with peers or instructor is crucially important for learning and innovation. The assessment and evaluation are similar with traditional classes that I can do the practice questions, take midterm exams to evaluate my learning progress. My learning experience with this MOOC has been phenomenon. First, the lecture material was very well explained in the video lecture and so far, I have understood everything that Dr. Strang has taught in the video. Secondly, I can always evaluate my learning progress by doing practice questions and to see what my weakness are. Lastly, the structure of the MOOC is very well designed that I never felt overwhelmed by all the learning materials as I was taking some of the classes at UVic.

I would consider this MOOC as xMOOC. It holds the characteristics of traditional classes with similar structures. Although it is professor centred, I still love the way this MOOC is structured as I could focus on my personal improvement without wasting too much time discussing it with peers.

Based on my experience, I would consider this “Open”. I believe this MOOC possess all the characteristics of “Open” as I have the free access to download, reuse and redistribute the learning materials.