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 pertaining to open education resources and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology are making it possible for people all over the world to take courses online. MOOC courses are typically free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are several issues that e-learning institutions are dealing with more than ever because distance learning technology is advancing so fast. How can teachers make sure that the quality of these MOOC courses is decent? How can learners assure that teachers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach classes online? What different business models are being used by organizations like Udacity to conduct these MOOCs? What evaluation strategies and experimental teaching practices are optimal? How can educators manage problems like low motivation and high learner attrition?

As online education becomes more prolific there is a developing demand to gain a better understanding of how MOOC courses are being conducted. Trainers and many other stakeholders would like to understand the outcomes of these interesting new open education endeavours. Scientists want to perceive how MOOCs can be enhanced. In response to this growing demand for knowledge the stimulating new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of these MOOCs and other open educational resource issues. This authoritative new book also considers the major controversies associated with MOOCs and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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