In November 2012 the New York Times declared that this is “the year of the MOOC” – a nickname for courses the best universities in the world are offering for free, online, for those who want, whenever they want and from any point in the world. “Nothing has a greater potential to bring people out of poverty “, declared the celebrated columnist of the newspaper, Thomas Friedman, and it seemed that quality academic education will soon be within the reach of any interested party. However, it turns out that the courses are most suitable for highly educated and motivated students, there is a view that – instead of narrowing gaps – the courses might widening them.
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