Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that examines issues pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent changes in e-learning technology make it possible for students all over the world to take courses online. Massively open online courses are commonly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can organizations be assured that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can institutions certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can participants get a handle on low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As elearning becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants need to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational experiments. Academics want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for details the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This book also reviews the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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