THE IMPLEMENTATION OF MASSIVE OPEN ONLINE COURSES FOR TRAINING FUTURE ENGINEERS IN HIGHER EDUCATION

This paper investigates the features of the implementation, conduct, analysis and prospects for the use of massive, open online courses. The article deals with the main advantages and disadvantages of massive open online courses, presents a comparative analysis of research into implementation of massive, open online courses. The article outlines the basic course requirements. It contains an analysis of the current state of such courses in higher educational institutions. The article presents a number of recommendations for the development of the education system towards democratization of higher education