Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects having to do with open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology have made it possible for students in all parts of the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are customarily free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that online learning technology institutions must deal with more than ever because e-learning technology is developing so quickly. How can teachers be assured that the education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can stakeholders assure that teachers are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Poland to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to grasp how MOOC courses are being conducted. Corporations and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of these fascinating new open educational ventures. Lecturers want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this developing desideratum for information the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open educational subjects. This book also reviews the most important controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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