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

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which discusses subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in online learning technology make it possible for learners in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. These massive open courses are usually free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning organizations are having to struggle with now that distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can organizations make sure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is respectable? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Tanzania to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with the problems of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more abundant there is a desire to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and numerous other stakeholders need to better understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Public servants want to know how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To respond to this growing desire for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This exciting new book also studies the key controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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