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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies issues regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in digital education technology have empowered students all around the world to take part in online classes. Massively open online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that online learning institutions are considering more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business models are being used by institutions like UC Irvine to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can teachers manage problems like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a developing desideratum to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Students and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these important new open education endeavours. Lecturers want to know how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this expanding desire for knowledge the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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