A new trend for free online teaching is set to explode in China, as the world's most populous country has both a strong tradition of respecting education but faces uneven education resources. "Massive online open courses" (MOOC), designed for large-scale interaction and open access at no cost, have become a rising power in China's education landscape. Tsinghua University will open two classes on the platform on 17 October and 18th October. Since 4 September, Peking University has opened four classes on the platform. Reports People.com.cn