Learn more about this new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that explores issues relating to open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses (MOOC). The latest developments in learning technology are making it possible for learners in all parts of the world to participate in online classes. These massive open courses are commonly free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are several topics that technology-enhanced learning organizations are having to deal with more than ever because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can we assure that the training provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can learners be assured that teachers are properly credentialed to teach classes online? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and original assessment strategies are in use today? How can organizations manage issues like inadequate motivation and high attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more abundant there is a growing need to grasp how massive open online courses are being conducted. Scholars and numerous other stakeholders desire to be more aware of the outcomes of these open educational ventures. Public servants want to gain more knowledge about how MOOC courses can be enhanced. To satisfy this developing demand for knowledge the new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of massively open online courses and other open education resource topics. This book also examines the most important controversies associated with these online MOOCs and open education resources (OERS). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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