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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes issues related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that elearning institutions are considering more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of training provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can participants make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like edX to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like low student motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more abundant there is a growing desideratum to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants want to better perceive these open education ventures. Students want to gain an understanding of how MOOC classes can be improved. To respond to this crescive need for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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