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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which considers topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Modern advances in distance learning technology enable learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These massive online courses are generally free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that elearning organizations are having to consider today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is passable? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed to teach MOOCs? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like San Diego State University to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desideratum to better understand how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational initiatives. Teachers want to know how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this expanding desideratum for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational issues. This interesting new book also reviews the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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