Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics pertaining to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in distance learning technology are making it possible for learners in every nation on earth to participate in classes online. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These online MOOC courses are normally free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are quite a few topics that online education organizations have to consider today because online learning technology is developing so fast. How can teachers certify that the quality control for these MOOCs is decent? How can institutions ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business models are being used by institutions like MOOEC to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can educators handle issues like low student motivation and high dropout rates?

The ultimate purpose of massive open online courses is to provide education to more people all around the world. As elearning becomes more commonplace there is a growing need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these new open educational initiatives. Everyone wants to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. To handle this growing demand for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education subjects. This stimulating new book also examines the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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