Find out more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores issues relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest gains in online learning technology have made it possible for humans all over the world to take part in online courses. MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that online education institutions have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we certify that the training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we be assured that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Thailand to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online education becomes more procurable there is a desideratum to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders desire to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this growing demand for knowledge the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This thrilling new book also examines the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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