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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses. The latest developments in electronic educational technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to be participants in classes online. These online MOOC courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning technology organizations are struggling with now that e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the quality of these MOOCs is respectable? How can learners ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of Florida to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more commonplace there is a expanding need to be aware of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational ventures. Scholars want to better understand how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this increasing desideratum for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This book also examines the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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