Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which investigates subjects relevant to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses. Brand new developments in online education technology are making it possible for people in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. Massive open online courses are mostly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of issues that online education organizations have to consider more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we make sure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is all right? How can we certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What strategies are being used by institutions like Antigua and Barbuda to conduct these MOOC courses? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can we deal with the issues of low student motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more available there is a growing desideratum to grasp how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders would like to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational experiments. Instructors want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. To meet this increasing desire for data the thrilling new book MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open education issues. This book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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