Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that investigates subjects relating to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New advancements in distance learning technology are enabling learners all over the world to be participants in online classes. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning technology organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is improving so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these MOOC courses is acceptable? How can stakeholders make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by organizations like Pitcairn Islands to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we get a handle on low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these intriguing new open education initiatives. Teachers want to know how these MOOCs can be made better. To handle this demand for information the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open educational resource topics. This exciting new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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