Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a book that explores issues pertaining to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in online learning technology have made it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that online learning organizations are having to attend to more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations guarantee that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can stakeholders certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like Heard Island and McDonald Islands to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations deal with poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As online education technology becomes more widespread there is a need to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses are being conducted. Students and many other participants desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. To meet this desire for data the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education subjects. This dramatic new book also reviews the major controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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