Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in online classes. Massive open online courses are almost always free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to deal with today because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators make sure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is acceptable? How can students make sure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What business models are being used by institutions like Ross Dependency to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators handle low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more procurable there is a expanding demand to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to understand these significant new open educational experiments. Lecturers want to know how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this demand for facts the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational topics. This book also explores the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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