Find out more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that explores subjects relating to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent gains in distance learning make it possible for people in nations all around the world to be participants in courses online. These online MOOCs are typically free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that technology-enhanced learning institutions are having to attend to more than ever because online learning technology is improving so rapidly. How can educators assure that the instruction provided by these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners make sure that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC courses? What different business models are being used by organizations like Stanford University to conduct these MOOC courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can teachers manage problems like inadequate motivation and high student attrition?

As digital learning technology becomes more available there is a necessity to understand how these MOOCs are being conducted. Educators and numerous other stakeholders would like to better understand the outcomes of these significant new open educational initiatives. Everybody wants to grasp how massive open online courses can be enhanced. In response to this growing need for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of these massive open courses and other open educational issues. This new book also discusses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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