Abstract:

MOOC is the publishing form through releasing courses. It can be proved by following aspects:firstly, the publishing process and the MOOC release process are similar;secondly, MOOC fits the definition of internet or network publishing and digital publishing; thirdly, the form and function of MOOC,the content and mechanism of releasing qualify as publishing. To understand and know well the publishing attribute of MOOC, can help education authorities, universities and education presses to formulate corresponding supporting policies and incentive measures, promote the sustainable development of MOOC construction and application, accelerate the upgrading pace of digital publishing.

Key words: MOOC, Publishing, Course, Education reform, Digital publishing