Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that discusses subjects related to open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOC). Brand new developments in distance learning technology are enabling humans in every nation on earth to take classes via the Internet. These massive online courses are usually free but do not consistently lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that e-learning institutions have to struggle with more than ever because elearning technology is advancing so fast. How can educators make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is all right? How can institutions assure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online classes? What strategies are being used by organizations like Rutgers University to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions deal with low learner motivation and high student attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding desire to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these exciting new open educational ventures. Scientists want to grasp how MOOC classes can be enhanced. To meet this need for details the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also explores the major controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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