Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which deals with topics regarding open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in e-learning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that elearning institutions are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so quickly. How can educators guarantee that the quality of these MOOC courses is good? How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Niger to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how these MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders need to understand these open education undertakings. People want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this developing demand for information the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education resource subjects. This book also articulates the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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