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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that analyzes topics related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Recent advances in e-learning are making it possible for students in every nation on earth to be participants in classes via the Internet. These MOOC classes are typically free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous topics that elearning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because technology-enhanced learning is advancing so fast. How can participants ensure that the teaching provided by these massive open online courses is all right? This open education book offers guidelines for others hoping to create a highly engaging MOOC-based learning experience. How can stakeholders make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can educators deal with inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing need to be aware of how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and numerous other stakeholders need to better perceive these promising new open education initiatives. Educators want to better understand how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing desire for information MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open education topics. This new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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