Find out more about this fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to be participants in online classes. These online MOOCs are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that learning technology institutions are considering now that online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can stakeholders make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can stakeholders assure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What strategies are being used by organizations like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these MOOC courses? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like poor motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational initiatives. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this crescive demand for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This dramatic new book also considers the most important controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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