Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which explores subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Modern advancements in online learning technology are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in online courses. These massively open online courses are generally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education institutions are struggling with now that online education technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Sweden to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning becomes more abundant there is a need to better understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Academics and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these important new open educational endeavours. Everybody wants to understand how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with MOOC classes and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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