Find out more about this enlightening new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which deals with topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent evolvements in online learning have made it possible for learners all over the world to take online courses. These MOOC classes are normally free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that distance learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because online education technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can organizations certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business models are being used by institutions like Thailand to conduct these massive open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a demand to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants would like to understand the outcomes of these open educational undertakings. People want to understand how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This sensational new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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