Learn more about this compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that reviews subjects pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses. The latest improvements in learning technology have made it possible for humans in all parts of the world to take online classes. These massively open online courses are typically free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many issues that distance learning institutions have to struggle with today because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers be assured that the training provided by these massive open online courses is good? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What strategies are being used by organizations like edX to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can organizations deal with low learner motivation and high attrition?

As online learning becomes more commonplace there is a growing desire to perceive how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders would like to understand these open educational ventures. Educators want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this expanding need for information the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC courses and other open educational subjects. This book also analyzes the key controversies associated with these massive open courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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