Learn more about the impressive new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which discusses topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in distance learning have made it possible for learners all over the world to participate in online classes. These online MOOC courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that e-learning institutions are considering in 2015 because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can organizations make sure that the teaching provided by these MOOCs is good? How can we assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What different strategies are being used by institutions like California Institute of Technology to conduct these massive open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can participants deal with the problems of inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing necessity to comprehend how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Researchers and numerous other participants desire to better comprehend these fascinating new open educational experiments. Educators want to gain an understanding of how MOOCs can be made better. To satisfy this expanding need for information the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive online courses and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with massively open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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