Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which describes issues relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for humans in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. These massive open courses are customarily free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning institutions are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so quickly. This book answers many questions about MOOCs and other forms of open education. How can stakeholders assure that the instruction provided by these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC courses? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle inadequate learner motivation and high student attrition?

As elearning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants need to better understand the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. People want to gain an understanding of how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This definitive new book also studies the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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