Find out more about the impressive book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which talks about topics regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in distance learning are making it possible for learners all over the world to participate in online classes. These massive open online courses are normally free for learners but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider today because online learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can educators ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these massively open online courses is decent? How can students certify that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC courses? What business models are being used by organizations like University of California, Berkeley to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can we handle problems like low student motivation and high attrition?

As electronic educational technology becomes more commonplace there is a expanding desideratum to be aware of how these MOOC courses are being conducted. Universities and many other participants need to gain a better understanding of these new open education initiatives. Scientists want to understand how massively open online courses can be improved. To respond to this demand for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these online MOOC courses and other open education topics. This book also considers the controversies associated with massively open online courses and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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