Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which addresses issues having to do with open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in distance learning technology have enabled people in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that blended learning institutions have to struggle with now that distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Thailand to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can participants deal with poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As blended learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to gain more knowledge about how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants want to gain a better understanding of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Teachers want to perceive how massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource subjects. This scholarly new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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