Learn more about the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which reviews subjects having to do with open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent advances in digital education technology enable learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes online. These MOOC courses are mostly free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology institutions have to struggle with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so quickly. How can educators certify that the quality of schooling provided by these massively open online courses is tolerable? How can stakeholders be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like American Samoa to conduct these MOOCs? What innovative teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders deal with poor learner motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing need to understand how MOOC classes are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these interesting new open educational endeavours. Lecturers want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC classes can be improved. To meet this expanding need for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open educational issues. This thrilling new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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