Find out more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent advancements in distance learning are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. These MOOCs are almost always free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that online learning technology institutions are having to consider now that elearning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like low motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a growing demand to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders need to better grasp these exciting new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to know how massive open online courses can be improved. To meet this developing demand for details the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This exciting new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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