Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses. New improvements in technology-enhanced learning make it possible for people all over the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning institutions have to deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is adequate? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like China, Republic of (Taiwan) to conduct these MOOC classes? How can organizations deal with the problems of poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and numerous other participants would like to be more aware of these significant new open educational initiatives. Corporations want to better understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To meet this need for information the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This intriguing new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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