Learn more about the engaging new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Recent evolvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for humans all around the world to be participants in classes online. These massive open courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning institutions are considering more than ever because elearning technology is improving so rapidly. How can institutions be assured that the schooling provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Russia to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with the issues of inadequate student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other participants want to understand the outcomes of these fascinating new open educational endeavours. Corporations want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing need for details the new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource topics. This dramatic new book also discusses the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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