Find out more about this fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Modern gains in e-learning are making it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. MOOCs are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning technology institutions are having to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions make sure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can students be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified for online teaching? What different business models are being used by organizations like The New School to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like inadequate motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of these open education experiments. Academics want to perceive how MOOC classes can be enhanced. In response to this demand for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This gripping new book also describes the controversies associated with these massive open courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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