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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which analyzes topics pertaining to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest gains in online learning enable learners all around the world to participate in online classes. MOOCs are massive because there is no limit on the number of participating students. Massive open online courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning technology institutions are considering in 2015 because online learning technology is developing so quickly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOC courses is decent? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by organizations like San Diego State University to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations handle poor student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a developing desire to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Researchers and many other participants need to better comprehend these important new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to perceive how these MOOCs can be made better. To respond to this developing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open education resource topics. This inspiring new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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