Learn more about the breathtaking new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects related to open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology make it possible for humans all around the world to take part in courses online. Massively open online courses are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that elearning organizations are considering now that e-learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders ensure that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can learners make sure that instructors are properly credentialed for teaching online? What business models are being used by organizations like San Diego County Office of Education to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations deal with the issues of low learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online learning becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other participants desire to be more aware of these important new open educational experiments. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be made better. To handle this growing desire for knowledge the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of massive open online courses and other open education resource topics. This thrilling new book also examines the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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