Learn more about the authoritative new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses topics related to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern evolvements in online learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in online classes. Massively open online courses are free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that learning technology institutions are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can participants assure that the training provided by these MOOC classes is good? How can institutions ensure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage low motivation and high student dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to be aware of how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders desire to better understand these interesting new open educational initiatives. Lecturers want to know how massively open online courses can be made better. To meet this increasing desire for details the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational resource subjects. This thrilling new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these MOOC courses and open educational resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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