Learn more about this illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which examines subjects related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in distance learning technology have provided the means for students in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These online MOOCs are ordinarily free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that elearning technology organizations are having to deal with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we be assured that the quality control for these MOOC classes is adequate? How can participants certify that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions deal with the problems of low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to gain more knowledge about how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Public servants and many other participants want to better understand the outcomes of these interesting new open educational initiatives. People want to understand how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this expanding demand for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational subjects. This sensational new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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