Learn more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that investigates topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New advancements in distance learning are making it possible for students in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that online learning organizations have to struggle with today because e-learning technology is advancing so fast. How can participants be assured that the training provided by these MOOCs is acceptable? How can learners certify that educators are properly credentialed to teach online courses? What business strategies are being used by institutions like China, Republic of (Taiwan) to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions get a handle on poor student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a need to grasp how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other participants want to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these new open education undertakings. Academics want to grasp how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To respond to this need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also addresses the controversies associated with these massively open online courses and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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