Learn more about the new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which considers subjects related to open educational resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advances in electronic education technology have provided the means for people in all parts of the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are open because they encourage open access via the Internet for all learners. These massively open online courses are usually free for learners but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are quite a few issues that online education institutions are having to struggle with today because distance learning technology is improving so fast. How can institutions be assured that the education provided by these MOOC classes is satisfactory? How can organizations make sure that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by institutions like United Kingdom to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are in use today? How can educators manage issues like inadequate learner motivation and high dropout rates?

As online education technology becomes more abundant there is a expanding need to perceive how MOOCs are being conducted. Lecturers and numerous other stakeholders desire to understand these fascinating new open educational ventures. Everybody wants to comprehend how MOOC classes can be improved. To satisfy this desire for data the gripping new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOCs and other open education issues. This definitive new book also addresses the most important controversies associated with these massive online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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