The main characteristics of MOC

1, large-scale: not one or two courses released by individuals: "Massive Open Online Course" (MOOC) refers to those courses released by the participants, only if these courses are large-scale or called large-scale, it is a typical MOOC. 2, open courses: respect the Creative Commons (CC) protocol; only if the course is open, it can become a MOOC.

3, network courses: not face-to-face courses; these course materials are scattered on the Internet. The only way for a course to become a MOOC is if it is open.

3. Online courses: not face-to-face courses; the course material is spread over the Internet. There is no limitation on where people can take classes. No matter where you are, you can spend the least amount of money to enjoy the first-class courses of American universities, just need a computer and Internet connection. In a recent opinion piece, Stanford University President John L. Hennessy explained, "Small classes taught in the halls of masters of the academy continue to maintain their high standards. But at the same time, online courses are proving to be a highly effective way to learn. This is especially true if compared to large classes."