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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews topics related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people all around the world to take classes online. These massive open online courses are typically free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that elearning institutions are struggling with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can participants assure that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is all right? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions manage problems like inadequate motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding necessity to grasp how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders desire to better understand the outcomes of these new open education endeavours. Students want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be made better. To meet this crescive need for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open education issues. This book also examines the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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