Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans all around the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education organizations are struggling with now that blended learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can students assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Thailand to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders get a handle on poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to comprehend how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other participants need to be more aware of these new open educational initiatives. Scholars want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this demand for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education topics. This definitive new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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