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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which talks about topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in distance learning have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education organizations are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can participants guarantee that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Udemy to conduct these MOOC courses? How can institutions manage poor learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders would like to better grasp these compelling new open education initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To handle this crescive demand for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational topics. This book also considers the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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