Learn more about the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that considers issues relevant to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Recent evolvements in online education technology make it possible for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of subjects that online education institutions must deal with today because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we make sure that the quality of training provided by these MOOC classes is passable? How can we certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are in use today? How can participants deal with inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a growing need to gain a better understanding of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and numerous other stakeholders need to be more aware of these open education undertakings. Scholars want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this expanding demand for facts the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational topics. This dramatic new book also considers the key controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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