E-Learning and MOOCs: a short investigation in the context of the FETCH European thematic network

Abstract

In this paper we briefly present and discuss the results of an online survey regarding e-learning and Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs). Part of a larger study which considered several aspects of teaching and learning in the fields of Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Software Engineering and Information Systems, the investigation was carried out in the context of the FETCH European Thematic Network. In particular, for both e-learning and MOOCs, we analyse the benefits and disadvantages perceived by people working in the academia (Professors), former students (Alumni) and employers (Industry Representatives). Although the analysis cannot be generalized due to the limited number of participants in the survey, we think that it can anyway provide some interesting insights to lay the ground for more complete studies on the subject.