Learn more about the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that describes topics regarding open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). New changes in online education technology are making it possible for students in all parts of the world to take courses via the Internet. MOOC courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are numerous subjects that e-learning technology institutions are struggling with today because online education technology is improving so fast. How can organizations assure that the quality of education provided by these massive open online courses is adequate? How can institutions be assured that educators are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business models are being used by institutions like Davidson College to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can institutions get a handle on low student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a growing necessity to be aware of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Intellectuals and numerous other stakeholders need to better grasp the outcomes of these intriguing new open educational ventures. Teachers want to know how these MOOCs can be enhanced. To respond to this growing demand for facts the interesting new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education issues. This stimulating new book also explores the key controversies associated with these online MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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