Learn more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which explores topics relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest developments in distance learning technology make it possible for humans all over the world to participate in online classes. These massively open online courses are normally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online education institutions are having to consider in 2015 because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these massively open online courses is passable? How can participants be assured that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like Cornell University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can we manage issues like poor student motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more prolific there is a growing desire to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes are being conducted. Universities and many other stakeholders need to be more aware of these exciting new open education initiatives. Lecturers want to grasp how MOOC courses can be improved. In response to this increasing desire for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource issues. This inspiring new book also explores the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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