Both MOOC platforms provide analytics that show student demographics and data on learner activities to help course instructors monitor how learners are doing. Instructors can use such data to evaluate course components and learners’ performance, and inform decisions when improving the design of course components and user experience.

HKUST has been offering Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs) on Coursera since 2013. MOOCs allow you to explore new fields out of interest, develop new skills for work and connect with millions of learners from the comfort of your seat.

HKUST has established partnerships with two leading MOOC platforms - Coursera and edX. These platforms provide a convenient way for instructors to create and deliver online courses, while also enabling learners from all over the world to access higher education.