Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a edited collection that talks about subjects regarding open educational resources and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest evolvements in distance learning technology make it possible for people in every nation on earth to take classes online. Massive open online courses are commonly free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that online learning technology institutions are dealing with now that blended learning technology is advancing so swiftly. How can we assure that the quality control for these massively open online courses is adequate? How can learners certify that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Yale University to conduct these MOOC courses? How can proper quality standards be consistently defined and maintained? What teaching practices and experimental evaluation strategies are optimal? How can stakeholders handle issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education becomes more widespread there is a developing necessity to gain a better understanding of how MOOC classes are being conducted. Teachers and many other stakeholders would like to better understand these compelling new open education endeavours. Public servants want to understand how massive open online courses can be improved. To respond to this increasing demand for information the exciting new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these MOOC courses and other open education resource topics. This scholarly new book also reviews the controversies associated with MOOCs and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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