Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book which researches subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online learning technology have made it possible for learners all over the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like UC Berkeley to conduct these MOOC classes? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the problems of low student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a increasing necessity to gain a better understanding of how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and lots of other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational ventures. Academics want to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this desideratum for information the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This gripping new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOC classes and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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