Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that examines subjects regarding open education resources and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest evolvements in learning technology make it possible for people in nations all around the world to participate in courses online. These massive open courses are mostly free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous issues that online education institutions must deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can organizations ensure that the quality of teaching provided by these MOOCs is passable? How can we make sure that instructors are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like University of Rochester to conduct these massively open online courses? What innovative assessment strategies and teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more commonplace there is a developing need to gain more knowledge about how these MOOCs are being conducted. Public servants and lots of other stakeholders need to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these compelling new open education initiatives. Professors want to gain more knowledge about how MOOCs can be improved. To respond to this crescive demand for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education issues. This dramatic new book also discusses the major controversies associated with MOOC courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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