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I noted with interest the caution given to Mooc providers to consider quality when it comes to launching a new programme (¡°Many stumble in scramble to join Moocs bandwagon¡±, News, 10 July). At the Quality Assurance Agency, we are also paying attention to this. Although Moocs are not formally reviewed by the QAA, we have published a statement that recommends providers take account of the UK Quality Code for Higher Education when launching and running a Mooc. We are working closely with universities and third-party Mooc providers, and have launched a network to share experiences, knowledge and good practice.

Moocs provide the opportunity to develop innovative ways of learning and attract a different community of learners. We are keen to explore how we might develop new approaches to quality assurance that reflect these changes.

Stephen Jackson
Director of quality assurance, QAA