Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that researches subjects relating to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advancements in learning technology are providing the means for students all over the world to be participants in courses online. MOOC classes are customarily free for students but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several issues that e-learning organizations have to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can participants ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is satisfactory? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can we guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford Online to conduct these MOOCs? What original teaching practices and assessment strategies are in use today? How can teachers get a handle on poor motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a necessity to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about these exciting new open education ventures. Academics want to perceive how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this increasing desire for facts MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational resource topics. This interesting new book also addresses the major controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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