Find out more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines issues regarding open education resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest improvements in distance learning technology have empowered learners in nations all around the world to participate in classes via the Internet. Massively open online courses are mostly free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to consider today because elearning technology is improving so fast. How can participants be assured that the quality control for these MOOC courses is good? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What strategies are being used by organizations like San Diego County Office of Education to conduct these MOOCs? What teaching practices and experimental assessment strategies are in use today? How can participants handle poor student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these significant new open educational initiatives. Intellectuals want to grasp how massively open online courses can be made better. To handle this expanding need for details MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education issues. This gripping new book also describes the key controversies associated with these MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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