Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that describes topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in elearning technology are making it possible for students all around the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These online MOOCs are commonly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that blended learning institutions are having to deal with today because e-learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Thailand to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing need to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC classes can be made better. In response to this crescive demand for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This book also considers the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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