Find out more about the scholarly new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that discusses subjects relating to open educational resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent advancements in distance learning make it possible for students in every nation on earth to take part in online courses. These MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online education organizations are considering more than ever because online education technology is advancing so rapidly. How can institutions guarantee that the quality of schooling provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can participants certify that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online classes? What business strategies are being used by institutions like Princeton University to conduct these massively open online courses? What original assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can organizations manage problems like low learner motivation and high learner dropout rates?

As online learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Universities and many other participants would like to gain a better understanding of the outcomes of these important new open educational ventures. Universities want to gain more knowledge about how these massive open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing need for information MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC classes and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also researches the controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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