Find out more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that examines issues related to open educational resources and massively open online courses (MOOC). The latest advancements in online education technology have enabled people in every nation on earth to take part in courses online. These MOOC classes are generally free for students but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of topics that distance learning organizations are having to struggle with more than ever because online learning technology is advancing so quickly. How can stakeholders certify that the quality of education provided by these MOOC courses is adequate? How can learners certify that teachers are properly credentialed to teach online? What business models are being used by institutions like Scottsdale Community College to conduct these massively open online courses? What evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can institutions handle problems like poor student motivation and high attrition?

As e-learning technology becomes more widespread there is a increasing need to understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Educators and many other participants desire to understand these important new open educational initiatives. Scientists want to gain an understanding of how these MOOC courses can be improved. To meet this growing need for facts the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these online MOOCs and other open educational issues. This dramatic new book also studies the most important controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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