Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which researches topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). New evolvements in online learning technology make it possible for learners in nations all around the world to participate in online courses. These massively open online courses are usually free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that learning technology organizations are considering now that distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the teaching provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? MOOCs are a form of distance education. How can students ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like NovoEd to conduct these massively open online courses? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations get a handle on poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more abundant there is a developing necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and lots of other participants need to be more aware of the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. In response to this increasing demand for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also researches the controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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