Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about topics relating to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). New improvements in distance learning technology are providing the means for learners in nations all aver the world to be participants in courses online. These massively open online courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that e-learning organizations are having to deal with now that distance learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can we be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massively open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions manage issues like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders need to gain a better understanding of these new open education endeavours. Intellectuals want to better understand how MOOC classes can be made better. To respond to this growing desire for data the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also investigates the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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