Learn more about the fascinating book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics relevant to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Brand new evolvements in e-learning are making it possible for people in all parts of the world to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are typically free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that distance learning organizations are having to deal with in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can teachers assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is satisfactory? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by institutions like One Month to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can educators manage problems like poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As electronic education technology becomes more widespread there is a desideratum to understand how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational undertakings. Lecturers want to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be made better. In response to this need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education issues. This new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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