Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest changes in online learning make it possible for people all around the world to take part in online classes. These online MOOC courses are free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that e-learning technology organizations have to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can teachers make sure that the training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can organizations assure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach courses online? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Harvard University to conduct these MOOCs? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can we handle problems like inadequate student motivation and high student dropout rates?

As distance learning technology becomes more procurable there is a increasing desire to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Professors and lots of other stakeholders need to better perceive these new open educational initiatives. Public servants want to grasp how MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this need for details the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource subjects. This book also reviews the most important controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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