Learn more about this breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics relating to open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest improvements in distance learning are empowering learners in nations all aver the world to take classes via the Internet. These massive open online courses are almost always free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that online education institutions are struggling with now that e-learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can we ensure that the education provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can organizations make sure that educators are properly credentialed to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like Academic Earth to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more prolific there is a expanding need to be aware of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Lecturers and many other participants want to better perceive these intriguing new open educational ventures. Public servants want to better understand how these MOOCs can be made better. In response to this developing demand for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open education resource issues. This book also addresses the major controversies associated with these massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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