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The design and implementation of MOOCs with focus on language learning has yet to be widely explored in Malaysia. The ability to speak Mandarin is an advantage and any means to facilitate the learning of Mandarin is sought after. The paper centers on the use of Introductory Mandarin 1 as an interactive MOOCs Mandarin Language Learning for Elementary Mandarin. This research explores the use of Introductory Mandarin 1 as a method to strengthen learners’ four language skills, improve learners’ vocabularies with visual-verbal-auditory features, and create a flexible, enjoyable, flip and active learning environment via MOOC platform. Using Gagne's Model of Instructional Design as the theoretical framework, this paper reports a quantitative survey study involving 265 students across 8 faculties at Universiti Teknologi MARA. These students enrolled voluntarily in Elementary Mandarin 1 as a supplementary learning tool. Survey results showed that learners’ Mandarin proficiency, specifically communicative language skills, such as listening, pronunciation, writing, speaking, and vocabulary is improved. The research also confirmed the useability of MOOC as a supplementary material to assist the teaching and learning of Mandarin. Possible future research can focus on adding in aspects of assessments into MOOC or the feasibility of turning MOOC content into micro-credential courses.
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To Cite this Article: Shuang, G. C., Buhari, T. A., & Chat, L. A. (2021). Paving the Way for Mandarin Language Learning: MOOCs Style. International Journal of Academic Research in Progressive Education and Development, 10(3), 1321–1338.
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