‘I’ve been astounded by some of the insights gleaned from this course’: Lessons learnt from the world’s first careers and employability MOOC by both instructors and participants

Abstract

This article examines the design and delivery of the world’s first Massive Open Online Course (MOOC) focused specifically on career and employability skills. It explores the context of MOOCs and why a university, such as the University of London, may choose to provide an open access learning experience particularly aimed at career development skills. The article examines the content choices and pedagogical design of the MOOC and provides an insight into the key learning points for the authors who were co-instructors on the course. Finally, it outlines plans for future iterations of the Enhance Your Career and Employability Skills MOOC.