Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in online learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to participate in online courses. Massively open online courses are commonly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that elearning institutions have to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so fast. How can organizations make sure that the quality of schooling provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can organizations ensure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business models are being used by organizations like Yale University to conduct these massive open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more procurable there is a demand to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and lots of other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education experiments. Trainers want to understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To satisfy this growing need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This intriguing new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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