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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advances in distance learning technology are providing the means for people in all parts of the world to take part in classes via the Internet. Massive open online courses are customarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so swiftly. How can teachers certify that the quality of these MOOC courses is all right? How can students be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like UC San Diego to conduct these MOOC classes? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage issues like low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of these open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to better understand how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This definitive new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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