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

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which investigates issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOCs). The latest changes in distance learning are providing the means for learners in all parts of the world to take part in online classes. These MOOCs are mostly free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several subjects that online learning organizations have to consider now that elearning technology is improving so swiftly. How can institutions make sure that the training provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can institutions be assured that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like Udacity to conduct these MOOC classes? What assessment strategies and original teaching practices are optimal? How can participants manage inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As digital education technology becomes more commonplace there is a demand to perceive how massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these compelling new open educational endeavours. Students want to better understand how these massively open online courses can be made better. To respond to this developing desideratum for facts the intriguing new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also deals with the key controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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