Learn more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advances in distance learning technology are enabling students in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOCs are normally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online learning institutions have to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we certify that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we guarantee that educators are properly credentialed for teaching online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Georgia Institute of Technology to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more widespread there is a necessity to comprehend how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these open education ventures. Lecturers want to understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding need for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This intriguing new book also reviews the key controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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