Learn more about the compelling new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection which examines topics regarding open education resources (OER) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Modern advancements in distance learning technology have enabled people all over the world to be participants in classes via the Internet. MOOCs are customarily free but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a lot of subjects that elearning institutions are considering now that technology-enhanced learning is advancing so swiftly. How can teachers make sure that the quality of instruction provided by these massive open online courses is acceptable? How can institutions be assured that instructors are properly credentialed and qualified to teach online? What different strategies are being used by organizations like Utah Valley University to conduct these MOOCs? What experimental evaluation strategies and teaching practices are in use today? How can organizations manage problems like inadequate student motivation and high dropout rates?

As digital elearning technology becomes more abundant there is a developing desideratum to better understand how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Intellectuals and lots of other stakeholders want to understand the outcomes of these intriguing new open education ventures. Academics want to comprehend how MOOC courses can be made better. To meet this growing demand for information the sensational new book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World provides a critical analysis of these massive open online courses and other open education topics. This book also analyzes the key controversies associated with massive open online courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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