Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews issues having to do with open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent improvements in online learning technology make it possible for humans in nations all around the world to take part in courses online. These online MOOC courses are free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations have to consider today because elearning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can organizations be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach massively open online courses? What different strategies are being used by institutions like Stanford University to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage problems like poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital learning becomes more commonplace there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Educators and many other participants would like to understand these exciting new open educational initiatives. Trainers want to know how these massively open online courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desire for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education subjects. This definitive new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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