Learn more about the definitive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book which describes topics having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). New developments in elearning have made it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. A MOOC is an online course which uses the Internet to provide open access and unlimited student participation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning institutions have to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these MOOCs is acceptable? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by organizations like MenaVersity to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders manage inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a developing demand to be aware of how these massive open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other stakeholders want to gain more knowledge about these compelling new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to understand how these MOOC courses can be improved. To satisfy this increasing need for data MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also describes the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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