Learn more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines topics pertaining to open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses. Recent gains in distance learning enable humans in nations all aver the world to take part in online classes. These massive open courses are usually free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of topics that distance learning organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can we ensure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is good? How can organizations make sure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these MOOCs? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are in use today? How can stakeholders deal with the issues of inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As online education becomes more available there is a increasing desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Scientists and numerous other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational initiatives. Academics want to grasp how these massive open online courses can be made better. To respond to this need for data MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This exciting new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massive open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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