Abstract
The chapter highlights the existing course recording processes in Pakistan and addresses the need for futuristic approach toward building a platform for Massive Open Online Courses (MOOCs). Virtual University of Pakistan is a state-of-the-art first of its kinds online University of Pakistan that has its own satellite channels for asynchronous mode of distance education. The chapter entails the utility of already available resources of VU in providing MOOCs for Pakistani audiences. The chapter further discusses the barriers of online learning and MOOCs from different studies around the world. The prospects concerning what needs to be done are discussed at length with especial focus to Pakistan and in general to the overall future trends in MOOCs.
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