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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics related to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advancements in online learning technology have made it possible for people in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC classes are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online education institutions are having to attend to now that elearning technology is advancing so fast. This collected edition details a series of recent reports and interesting announcements related to MOOCs. How can institutions make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can institutions guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Saint Vincent and the Grenadines to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we manage problems like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants would like to better understand these open education initiatives. Trainers want to understand how these MOOC classes can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open education issues. This inspiring new book also explores the controversies associated with these MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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