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

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection which articulates subjects having to do with open education resources (OERs) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest advances in distance learning technology are making it possible for humans in all parts of the world to be participants in classes online. These MOOCs are free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. It is a challenge to motivate and engage students in online environments. There are several subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions must deal with more than ever because learning technology is developing so swiftly. How can participants make sure that the quality of education provided by these massively open online courses is all right? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What different business models are being used by institutions like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What experimental teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high attrition?

As digital e-learning technology becomes more available there is a increasing desire to perceive how these MOOCs are being conducted. Researchers and lots of other stakeholders would like to gain a better understanding of these significant new open educational endeavours. Everyone wants to gain an understanding of how massively open online courses can be enhanced. To respond to this developing demand for details MOOCs and Open Education offers a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open educational resource issues. This scholarly new book also considers the most important controversies associated with these online MOOC courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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