Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects relevant to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to take courses via the Internet. This MOOCs book conveys practical strategies which can be easily incorporated into face-to-face, blended, and online classes. These massive online courses are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online learning institutions are struggling with today because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can institutions make sure that the education provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can institutions certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more widespread there is a increasing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and many other participants would like to better grasp these exciting new open educational endeavours. Educators want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be improved. To handle this demand for knowledge the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This scholarly new book also considers the major controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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