The University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) has rolled out its MOOC schedule for January to June 2026. They are offering 28 free, self-paced courses on their MODeL platform.
On Facebook, UPOU highlighted four fresh courses. These include child behavior management, data annotation for BPO professionals, climate information services, and support for child behavior at home.
Anyone can join these courses for free. Upon finishing, participants will receive a certificate after about 16 hours.
Here’s a sneak peek at what’s available:
January
- Basics of Resilience
- Hazard and Risk Assessment Fundamentals
February
- Practical Home Behavior Management for Children with Special Needs (NEW)
- Data Annotation for Aspiring BPO Professionals (NEW)
- Climate Information Services (NEW)
- Intercultural Communication Japan I: A Digitally Enhanced Approach
March
- Introduction to Technology for Teaching and Learning
- Introduction to Open Distance eLearning (ODEL)
- Risk Analysis for Project Management
- Mainstreaming Biodiversity in Agriculture (Multiple courses focusing on this topic)
- Identifying Developmental Delays
- Understanding Children Better
April
- Strategic Planning in Open Distance eLearning (ODEL)
- Teaching and Learning with Modern ICTs
- Legal Protections for Children
- Climate and Disaster Resilience Strategies
May
- Quality Assurance in Open Distance eLearning (ODEL)
- Blended Teaching Using Open Educational Resources (OERs)
- Online Mothers’ Class
June
- Introduction to Open Distance eLearning (ODEL)
- Child Rights Protection Mechanisms
- What Makes an Entrepreneur?
- Business Concepts and Planning
- Learner Support in Open Distance eLearning (ODEL)
- Internalizing Behaviors among Children and Practical Home Support (NEW)
Learners can sign up on the UPOU MODeL platform and enroll themselves once registration opens, usually two weeks prior to the courses starting.
According to a recent survey by the Online Learning Consortium, enrollment in MOOCs has increased by 50% since 2020, highlighting the growing interest in online education. UPOU’s initiative aligns with this trend, making education accessible to everyone, regardless of background.
Experts say that these courses can be transformational for both personal and professional growth. They allow learners to dive into new topics at their own pace and offer essential skills that are increasingly relevant in today’s job market.
Keep an eye out for updates, as course dates may change, and stay tuned for the July-December lineup!
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