Find out more about the book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that deals with subjects related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent gains in online learning technology are making it possible for learners in nations all around the world to take part in online classes. These MOOC classes are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few subjects that elearning technology organizations have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can institutions be assured that the quality of these MOOC courses is adequate? How can stakeholders ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What different business strategies are being used by organizations like San Marino to conduct these MOOC classes? What experimental assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can teachers deal with the problems of low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As e-learning technology becomes more available there is a desire to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and many other stakeholders desire to better perceive these promising new open education ventures. Everyone wants to perceive how these massively open online courses can be improved. In response to this desire for knowledge the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This book also investigates the major controversies associated with these MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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