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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores topics having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in online learning technology have empowered people all around the world to take part in courses via the Internet. These MOOC classes are generally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions are having to struggle with in 2015 because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers guarantee that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is tolerable? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by institutions like McHenry County College to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with inadequate learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more commonplace there is a desire to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Corporations and many other participants want to better perceive these interesting new open educational ventures. Scientists want to grasp how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this crescive need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education resource subjects. This sensational new book also addresses the major controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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