Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that studies subjects regarding open educational resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). Recent improvements in distance learning technology have provided the means for people all around the world to participate in online classes. These MOOC courses are typically free for learners but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are many subjects that technology-enhanced learning institutions have to consider today because online learning technology is advancing so rapidly. How can teachers assure that the quality of these MOOCs is passable? How can organizations ensure that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online MOOC classes? What business models are being used by institutions like France to conduct these MOOC classes? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and innovative assessment strategies are optimal? How can educators handle issues like poor learner motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more available there is a expanding necessity to be aware of how MOOCs are being conducted. Academics and numerous other participants need to gain a better understanding of these compelling new open educational undertakings. Everyone wants to better understand how MOOC courses can be improved. To respond to this expanding desire for knowledge the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massively open online courses and other open educational subjects. This authoritative new book also explores the key controversies associated with these MOOC classes and open education resources (OER). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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