Rethinking Teaching; Redesigning Learning (RTRL) is a free professional development MOOC created by Prof. Dr. Mohamed Amin Embi of Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia. Launched in August 2015, this self-paced course consists of 12 modules—divided into “minds-on” modules (1–6) and “hands-on” modules (7–12)—designed to engage educators in both reflective and practical approaches to teaching and learning.
Thanks to its innovative design, relevant content, and interactive activities, RTRL was selected as a featured course on OpenLearning. To date, it has attracted more than 1,400 educators, instructional designers, and professors from over 82 countries worldwide. The course has also earned a 5-star rating on CourseTalk, along with enthusiastic feedback from participants who praised its accessibility, usefulness, and engaging style.
RTRL continues to empower educators across the globe to reimagine their teaching practices and embrace new strategies for impactful learning.
