What constitutes an effective language MOOC?

Abstract

Language MOOCs are in their early stage of development. Given this, we have an opportunity to take from the best of current language learning theory and abandon both ineffective methodologies of the past, as well as methodologies of other fields. This is best accomplished by adopting the ideologies of cMOOCs, while maintaining some of the structure of xMOOCs needed to help students navigate complex technologies and information in languages that are not their own. Maximizing engagement, community membership, communication, and creativity will ensure that Language MOOCs, as we move forward, will offer exciting and engaging ways to interact with language as subject matter.