Learn more about the dramatic new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which describes issues related to open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). Modern developments in distance learning technology have enabled students in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These MOOCs are generally free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that online learning organizations are struggling with now that online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can organizations assure that the quality of instruction provided by these MOOCs is adequate? How can participants guarantee that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach massive open online courses? What different business strategies are being used by institutions like British Virgin Islands to conduct these MOOC courses? What experimental teaching practices and evaluation strategies are optimal? How can institutions deal with inadequate learner motivation and high attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desire to understand how massively open online courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Researchers want to gain more knowledge about how these MOOC courses can be enhanced. To meet this growing desideratum for knowledge MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education subjects. This thrilling new book also discusses the key controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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